February weather forecast
Arufo, Mozambique

February, the last month of the summer in Arufo, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.8°C (78.4°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Arufo experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) with the onset of February, maintaining near parity with January's 29.8°C (85.6°F). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Arufo notes an average low temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F) in the month of February.

Heat index

Throughout February, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 21.7 days and typically aggregates up to 273mm (10.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Arufo, Mozambique, is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Arufo is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Arufo, Mozambique, are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.