February weather forecast
Kumi, Fiji

February carries forward the warmth and wetness of January, although with a slight dip in rainfall. It's the time when temperatures hover at a maximum of 29.6°C (85.3°F), marking the peak of the summer season in Kumi. The humidity remains high, largely due to the tropical maritime air that sweeps over the island. As dusk falls, temperatures drop, providing a much-needed respite from the typically hot and humid afternoon hours.

Temperature

February, having an average high-temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F), is the warmest month in Kumi.

Heat index

During February, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Kumi are January, February and July, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In February, in Kumi, the rain falls for 26.1 days. Throughout February, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kumi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 292.5 days and collects up to 1720mm (67.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kumi, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:31 +12.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Kumi is 8.5h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kumi. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.