February weather forecastPusing, Malaysia

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another hot month in Pusing, Malaysia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°C (69.8°F) and an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

February's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Throughout February, an average nighttime temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) is experienced.

Heat index

Throughout February, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Pusing, the average relative humidity in February is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pusing, Malaysia, in February, during 23.2 rainfall days, 132mm (5.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 299.4 rainfall days, and 2119mm (83.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:29 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.