February weather forecast
Cuscatancingo, El Salvador

Stepping into February, the city experiences a gradual change in weather compared to January. Cuscatancingo warmly welcomes February with days perfect for sightseeing or lazing around the city's parks. The month is known for its longer daylight hours, draping the city with beautiful sunshine. February sees a slight increase in rain showers, but this does not disrupt the pleasant daytime temperatures. This weather pattern sets the pace for the approaching summer.

Temperature

In the transition from January to February, Cuscatancingo reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Cuscatancingo endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 20°C (68°F) during February nights.

Heat index

In February, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Cuscatancingo, El Salvador, is 63%.

Rainfall

In Cuscatancingo, in February, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Cuscatancingo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.7 days and collects up to 1216mm (47.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Cuscatancingo is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of February, in Cuscatancingo, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:05 CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.