February weather forecast
Balangoda, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Balangoda, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into February marks the average high-temperature at a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), differing minimally from January's 29.3°C (84.7°F). The average low-temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F) in February in Balangoda represents a significant drop from the daily high.

Heat index

The heat index value during February is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Balangoda, during February, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation. In Balangoda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 317.3 days and collects up to 2422mm (95.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Balangoda is 8.3h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Balangoda. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.