February, the last month of the winter in
Minicoy, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31°C (87.8°F) and min 23.6°C (74.5°F).
Temperature
February's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F) from
January's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Minicoy records an average low of 23.6°C (74.5°F) throughout the nights in February.
Heat index
During February, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.
Rainfall
In Minicoy, during February, the rain falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Minicoy, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 1613mm (63.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day in Minicoy is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:49 pm IST.
Sunshine
February has the most sunshine of the year in Minicoy, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine.