February weather forecast
Soaloka, Madagascar

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

Temperature

January's transformation into February witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. February nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Soaloka, 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 Soaloka, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:25 EAT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during February translates into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.