Traveling into
February, there is a rise in the
Kano,
Nigeria weather temperatures, and a fractional increase in rainfall to a mere 0mm (0"). Hardly affected by the low rainfall, the city continues to bask in the warmth of the sun. The heatwave continues from the previous month, paving the way for more sunny and dry days ahead. With a UV index elevating to 12, it becomes critical to don protective gear when outdoors for an extended period. Despite this, the abundance of sunshine of approximately 8.4 hours daily, adds a certain allure to the holiday season.
Temperature
February's arrival in Kano brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from 30.1°C (86.2°F) in
January to a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F). Despite a significant daily temperature range, Kano's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 15°C (59°F) in February.
Rainfall
February through
October are months with rainfall. February is the first month it rains. Throughout February, in the average 0.1 rainfall days, it receives 0mm (0") of precipitation. In Kano, during the entire year, the rain falls for 49.5 days and collects up to 696mm (27.4") of precipitation.
Daylight
In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of February in Kano, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:34 WAT.
Sunshine
In Kano, the average sunshine in February is 8.4h.
UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Kano are February through
September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests these recommendations:
Enforce every key safety measure. Those with light skin might get burns in a matter of minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity.