February weather forecastRuiru, Kenya

February

Weather in February

The last month of the summer, February, is another warm month in Ruiru, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and an average high of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

In Ruiru, the months of February and March are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for February is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

The least humid month in Ruiru is February, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In Ruiru, during February, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. In Ruiru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213.5 days and collects up to 642mm (25.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Ruiru is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Ruiru.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ruiru are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

The warmest period in Ruiru, Kenya, with an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F), falls in February and March.

February temperatures in Ruiru vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in February is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

The least humid month in Ruiru, Kenya, is February, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

In Ruiru, the average relative humidity in February is 65%.

In Ruiru, Kenya, in February, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation.

In Ruiru, Kenya, the average day length in February is 12h and 9min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

In February, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Ruiru, Kenya, are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Ruiru, Kenya, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in February: 27.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.6°C).

Average pressure in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average pressure in February: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in February: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average humidity in February: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in February: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (20mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average daylight in February: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 9h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in February: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average UV index in February: 5

The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in February: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in February
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average visibility in February: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, November and December (7km).