February weather forecastUsakos, Namibia

February

Weather in February

Moving into February, weather changes in Usakos, Namibia can be noticed with a slight decrease in temperature. Relative humidity increases, hinting a weather shift toward a cooler and wetter atmosphere. The sunshine days decrease contrasting with January - indicating the start of rainier days. February also witnesses a significant surge in rainfall, with a record of 82mm (3.23"). By the time the month ends, Usakos's residents often welcome the change as it paves the way for a wetter March.

Temperature

Usakos's shift into February sets the average high-temperature at a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from January's 31.3°C (88.3°F). An average low-temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F) is common during the nights of February.

Heat index

February's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 82mm (3.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:43. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:26 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Usakos.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in February interprets into the following advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in February, in Usakos, is 30.2°C (86.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.2°C (66.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in February is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In Usakos, Namibia, the average relative humidity in February is 49%.

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 82mm (3.23") of precipitation.

In Usakos, in February, during 15.5 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Usakos, the average day length in February is 12h and 49min.

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:26 CAT.

With an average of 9.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

In Usakos, the average sunshine duration in February is 9.5h.

In Usakos, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from 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

31.3°C

30.2°C

29.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.9km/h

10.8km/h

10.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.9

10.9

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average high temperature in February: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.6°C).

Average low temperature in February: 19.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average pressure in February: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average wind speed in February: 9km/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 (9km/h).

Average humidity in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average humidity in February: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).

Average rainfall in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average rainfall in February: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average rainfall days in February: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in February: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

Average sunshine in February: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average sunshine days in February: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average UV index in February: 6

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

Average cloud cover in February
Usakos, Namibia

Average cloud cover in February: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in February
Usakos, 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).