February weather forecast
Santa Marta, Panama

The last month of the winter, February, is also a hot month in Santa Marta, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), nearly identical to January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). An average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) marks the nights in Santa Marta throughout February.

Heat index

During February, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Santa Marta, Panama, the average relative humidity in February is 64%.

Rainfall

In Santa Marta, Panama, during February, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Marta, there are 217.9 rainfall days, and 1377mm (54.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Santa Marta, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of February, in Santa Marta, Panama, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:42 EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Santa Marta are January through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.