February weather forecastDivindé, Gabon

Weather in February

February, the last month of the summer in Divindé, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22°C (71.6°F) and max 32°C (89.6°F).

Temperature

Divindé's February showcases an average high-temperature of a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), hardly distinct from January's 31.5°C (88.7°F). An average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) is common during the nights of February.

Heat index

February's heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Divindé is 86%.

Rainfall

In February, in Divindé, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout February, 170mm (6.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Divindé, there are 297.6 rainfall days, and 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Divindé, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of February, in Divindé, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 7.3h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Divindé, Gabon, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in February translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.