February weather forecast
Hoedspruit, South Africa

The last month of the summer, February, is another warm month in Hoedspruit, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

February records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. In Hoedspruit, the nighttime temperature averages to a comfortable 19.8°C (67.6°F) during February.

Heat index

February's heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Hoedspruit are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Hoedspruit, in February, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 63mm (2.48") of accumulated precipitation. In Hoedspruit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.9 days and collects up to 420mm (16.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:26 SAST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.