February weather forecast
Rowal, Sierra Leone

The last month of the winter, February, is another hot month in Rowal, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Temperature

The transition into February shows a subtle variation to a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) from January's 31.4°C (88.5°F) in the average high-temperature. In Rowal, the average low-temperature during the month of February is a warm 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in February is estimated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Rowal is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Rowal, Sierra Leone, is February, when the rain falls for 0.8 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Rowal, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of February, in Rowal, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, February has the most sunshine of the year in Rowal.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.