February weather forecastOshikunde, Namibia

February

Weather in February

The last month of the summer, February, is also a hot month in Oshikunde, Namibia, with an average temperature varying between 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

As Oshikunde steps into February, the average high-temperature is measured at a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), displaying minor differences from January's 31.4°C (88.5°F). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 21.7°C (71.1°F) in February.

Heat index

The heat index value during February is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In Oshikunde, the average relative humidity in February is 52%.

Rainfall

In Oshikunde, in February, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. In Oshikunde, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.8 days and collects up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:18 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Oshikunde, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

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

In February, in Oshikunde, the average high-temperature is 30.8°C (87.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In Oshikunde, the average relative humidity in February is 52%.

In Oshikunde, in February, during 15 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in February is 12h and 40min.

On the first day of February in Oshikunde, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:18 CAT.

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in February is 8.9h.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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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

31.4°C

30.8°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12km/h

10.9km/h

11.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.6

11.2

11.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

28%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in February
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average high temperature in February: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

Average low temperature in February: 21.7°C

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

Average pressure in February
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average pressure in February: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average wind speed in February: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in February
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average humidity in February: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (17%).

Average rainfall in February
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average rainfall in February: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (62mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average rainfall days in February: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Oshikunde, 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: 8h and 54min

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: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average sunshine days in February: 11.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Oshikunde, 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
Oshikunde, Namibia

Average cloud cover in February: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in February
Oshikunde, 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).