February weather forecast
Alawatugoda, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Alawatugoda, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°C (66°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

On the advent of February, Alawatugoda's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F) from January's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Alawatugoda's nights in February experience an average temperature drop to a comfortable 18.9°C (66°F).

Heat index

February's average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Alawatugoda, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Alawatugoda, during February, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alawatugoda, there are 217.7 rainfall days, and 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of February in Alawatugoda, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In Alawatugoda, the average sunshine in February is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in February translates into these instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great 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. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.