February weather forecast
Gagbefe, Ghana

February, the last month of the winter in Gagbefe, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.8°C (98.2°F) and min 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Temperature

February stands out as Gagbefe's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and a low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during February is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Gagbefe, the average relative humidity in February is 62%.

Rainfall

In February, in Gagbefe, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout February, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 237.6 rainfall days, and 980mm (38.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:10 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during February translates into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.