February weather forecast
Banama, Guinea

February transitions Banama weather into a slightly hotter and more humid pattern, typical for tropical regions. Accompanied by longer daylight hours, slight visibility reductions can occur due to the incrementally rising humidity. Changes in the weather pattern throughout the month aren't drastic, maintaining a steady pace. This month records increased wind gust speed compared to January. Notably, February experiences a jump in rainfall to 15mm (0.59") occurring over seven days, with temperature variations ranging from 18.2°C (64.8°F) to 34.8°C (94.6°F).

Temperature

Banama witnesses its highest average temperatures during February and March, peaking at 34.8°C (94.6°F).

Heat index

February's heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 50%.

Rainfall

In Banama, during February, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 237 rainfall days, and 1388mm (54.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Banama, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

February and March, 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in February translates into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.