February weather forecast
Guacá Arriba, Panama

February, the last month of the winter in Guacá Arriba, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February coincides with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), indicating a minimal shift from January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Guacá Arriba, during the nights of February, experiences an average temperature drop to a pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in February is evaluated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 64%.

Rainfall

In Guacá Arriba, in February, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 217.9 rainfall days, and 1377mm (54.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Guacá Arriba is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:41 EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Guacá Arriba.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.