February weather forecastOkatana, Namibia

February

Weather in February

The last month of the summer, February, is another hot month in Okatana, Namibia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The initiation of February records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Okatana encounters a steady low-temperature average of 21.8°C (71.2°F) throughout the month of February.

Heat index

February's average heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation 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. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 51%.

Rainfall

In Okatana, in February, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 70mm (2.76") of accumulated precipitation. In Okatana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.8 days and collects up to 379mm (14.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Okatana, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:37. On the last day of February, in Okatana, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:23 CAT.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In February, in Okatana, the average high-temperature is 31°C (87.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

In February, the average relative humidity is 51%.

In Okatana, in February, during 16.3 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Okatana, the average day length in February is 12h and 40min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:23 CAT.

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

In February, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Okatana is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

31.5°C

31°C

30.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.8km/h

10.7km/h

11km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

27%

28%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average high temperature in February: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

Average low temperature in February: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average pressure in February: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average wind speed in February: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average humidity in February: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (18%).

Average rainfall in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average rainfall in February: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average rainfall days in February: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average daylight in February: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in February: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average sunshine days in February: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).

Average UV index in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average cloud cover in February: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in February
Okatana, Namibia

Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).