February weather forecast
Sonzacate, El Salvador

February, the last month of the winter in Sonzacate, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.1°C (70°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

January's transformation into February witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. In February, the temperature drops to an average of 21.1°C (70°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in February is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 65%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout February, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sonzacate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.9 days and collects up to 832mm (32.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Sonzacate, El Salvador, is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of February, in Sonzacate, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:07 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.6h.

UV index

January through May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sonzacate. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during February morphs into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.