February weather forecast
Gbinti, Sierra Leone

During February, Gbinti’s weather warms up as it transitions towards the hotter part of the year. The leap in average low temperature from 19.8°C (67.6°F) in January to 21°C (69.8°F) indicates the same. Sunshine hours decrease slightly, indicating more cloud cover as the month progresses. The gentle breeze of January strengthens to 4.7km/h (2.9mph), creating a soothing atmosphere during the warmer afternoons. The rainfall remains low, making it a dry month overall.

Temperature

Gbinti, Sierra Leone, marks the onset of February with an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 37.8°C (100°F), subtly divergent from January's 35.4°C (95.7°F). Gbinti's average low-temperature for the month of February denotes a significant decline from the daily high, recording at an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

During February, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 53°C (127.4°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 58%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Gbinti, in February, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. In Gbinti, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.8 days and collects up to 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of February, in Gbinti, Sierra Leone, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gbinti are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.