February weather forecast
Andabotoka, Madagascar

The last month of the summer, February, is another hot month in Andabotoka, Madagascar, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.2°C (86.4°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), nearly identical to January's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Andabotoka notes an average temperature descent to a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F) in February, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Heat index

In February, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Andabotoka, during February, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 208mm (8.19") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 952mm (37.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Andabotoka, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.

Sunshine

In Andabotoka, the average sunshine in February is 9.2h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Andabotoka, Madagascar. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.