February weather forecast
Abochikrom, Ghana

The last month of the winter, February, is another hot month in Abochikrom, Ghana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

February's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Throughout February in Abochikrom, a steady low-temperature average of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is noted.

Heat index

February's heat index is calculated to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 79%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout February, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 289.3 rainfall days, and 1063mm (41.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 8.7h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in February translates into this advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.