February weather forecast
Cocle, Panama

Stepping into February, Cocle, Panama enjoys a slight enhancement in weather conditions. The climate remains warm with a slight rise in temperature compared to January. Wind speed is relatively high, creating an agreeable breeze. This month carries fewer rainfall days as opposed to later in the year, hinting at a generally dry climate. Interestingly, despite the increase in the average high temperature to 31.3°C (88.3°F), February nights are cooler than in January, with a low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

The beginning of February records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Cocle observes an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during February nights.

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Cocle, the average relative humidity in February is 74%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall in Cocle. Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of February, in Cocle, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:33 EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Cocle, Panama.

UV index

January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cocle. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during February translates into these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.