February weather forecast
Kamabai, Sierra Leone

The weather in February starts to heat up in Kamabai with maximum temperatures reaching 37.8°C (100°F). This increase in temperature hints at a transitional weather change of moving towards warmer months. There is a rise in the number of sunshine hours from January, but February remains cooler compared to the sweltering heat that comes in March. February typically has clear skies with low cloud cover that offers clear visibility. This period signals the tail end of the dry season as minimal rainfall occurs.

Temperature

February welcomes an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.8°C (100°F), not much different from the preceding month. Kamabai encounters a significant temperature differential, with an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) during February nights.

Heat index

The heat index for February is evaluated at a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:58 GMT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during February translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.