February weather forecast
Acoyapa, Nicaragua

February in Acoyapa, Nicaragua brings slightly warmer temperatures presenting a delicate transition from January. The city experiences a subtle increase in temperature with highs averaging about 30.7°C (87.3°F). Even though the rainfall decreases to 8mm (0.31") compared to January, February's skies remain predominantly clear with a cloud percentage of 35%. The wind speed also shows a downward trend, reducing to 17km/h (10.6mph). Moving steadfast into the end of the dry season, February leaves Acoyapa ready for a transition toward the wetter, more humid conditions of March.

Temperature

Acoyapa experiences a minor change to a hot 30.7°C (87.3°F) in average high-temperature during February, closely reflecting January. Acoyapa encounters a steady low-temperature average of 21.2°C (70.2°F) throughout the month of February.

Heat index

February's mean heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Acoyapa, in February, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Acoyapa, Nicaragua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 252.3 days and collects up to 1155mm (45.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Acoyapa, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of February, in Acoyapa, Nicaragua, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:50 CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

January, February, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Acoyapa. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.