February weather forecast
Diédrou, Ivory Coast

The last month of the winter, February, is also a hot month in Diédrou, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°C (93.2°F) and an average low of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Temperature

February is the month when Diédrou's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 34°C (93.2°F) and lows of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for February is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. 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 average relative humidity in February is 57%.

Rainfall

In Diédrou, in February, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. In Diédrou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.6 days and collects up to 1604mm (63.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Diédrou, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:43 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Diédrou is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Diédrou are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.