February weather forecast
Fangamadu, Sierra Leone

February, the last month of the winter in Fangamadu, is a torrid month, with an average temperature varying between 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

Entering February, the average high-temperature is recorded at a torrid 35.5°C (95.9°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from January's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Fangamadu anticipates a considerable cooling off from the daytime high to an average minimum temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) in February.

Heat index

February's heat index is computed to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Fangamadu, the average relative humidity in February is 56%.

Rainfall

In Fangamadu, during February, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 252.4 rainfall days, and 1704mm (67.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:52 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Fangamadu are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.