February weather forecast
Aksum, Ethiopia

February follows the trend of January, with subtle changes in temperatures and precipitation. The area sees a gradual increase in temperatures; however, the spirit of the Ethiopian winter is still present. The city experiences a bit longer daylight and negligible changes in rainfall, bestowing clear skies for most of the month. Interestingly, the temperatures fluctuate from 8.4°C (47.1°F) to 27.2°C (81°F), continuing the trend of February's chill. Aksum's weather during February offers economic conditions for tourists seeking a blend of mild winter and abundant sunshine.

Temperature

The advent of February observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.2°C (81°F), nearly identical to January's 25.9°C (78.6°F). Nightly average temperatures in February reveal a significant dip from daytime highs, registering a consistent a chilly 8.4°C (47.1°F).

Rainfall

In Aksum, in February, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 63 rainfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of February in Aksum, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 in February translates into these instructions:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. It's best to limit the time spent in direct sunlight, especially if you're susceptible to sunburn. Always use sunscreen with 30 SPF or more.