February weather forecast
Wula, Sierra Leone

February, the last month of the winter in Wula, is another very hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.1°C (70°F) and an average high of 37.8°C (100°F).

Temperature

Wula's February reports an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37.8°C (100°F), exhibiting a minor difference from January. Wula, in February, displays a significant temperature downturn during the night, with an average reading of 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 54°C (129.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 60%, February is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout February, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In Wula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.1 days and collects up to 1418mm (55.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Wula is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:03 GMT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during February translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.