February weather forecast
Somoto, Nicaragua

February in Somoto carries on the warmth from January, yet offers a touch more heat with temperatures peaking at an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F). The sunlight duration and the average hours of sunshine still remains plentiful. The rainfall in February remains moderate, keeping the city's natural charm vibrant. Moving farther into the year, the weather conditions are fairly balanced in Somoto during February, providing an overall pleasant climate.

Temperature

Somoto's average high-temperature marks a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F) with the advent of February, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Throughout February, the average low-temperature records at a comfortable 16.9°C (62.4°F).

Heat index

February's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. 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 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Somoto is 71%.

Rainfall

In Somoto, in February, during 6.5 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Somoto, Nicaragua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.5 days and collects up to 1069mm (42.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Somoto, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of February, in Somoto, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:54 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Somoto is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Somoto are January through April, June through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during February translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.