February weather forecast
Palmar, Costa Rica

February

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Palmar, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 17.2°C (63°F).

Temperature

February brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. During the month of February, Palmar experiences a steady low-temperature average of 17.2°C (63°F).

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Palmar is 71%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall in Palmar. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Palmar, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:48 CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Palmar is 9.1h.

UV index

January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in February translates into the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Palmar during February?
In Palmar, in February, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.2°C (63°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in February is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in February in Palmar?
In February, the average relative humidity in Palmar, Costa Rica, is 71%.
What is the driest month in Palmar?
February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in February in Palmar?
In February, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout February, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Palmar have in February?
The average day length in February in Palmar is 11h and 49min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February in Palmar?
On the first day of February in Palmar, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:48 CST.
How long on average sun shines in February in Palmar?
In February, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.
When is the highest UV index in Palmar?
The months with the highest UV index in Palmar are January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in February in Palmar?
In Palmar, Costa Rica, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in February: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.8°C).

Average pressure in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in February: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in February: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in February: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (396mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in February: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in February
Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (7km).

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