February weather forecast
Sahoué, Gabon

February, the last month of the winter in Sahoué, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

Sahoué experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) in February, subtly different from January's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Sahoué's nighttime temperatures in February display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout February, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Sahoué, during February, the rain falls for 26.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of February in Sahoué, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, February has the most sunshine of the year in Sahoué.

UV index

January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in February leads to these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun 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.