February weather forecast
Balapitiya, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Balapitiya, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.7°C (85.5°F) and min 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Balapitiya's weather in February, with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), subtly shifts from January's 29.2°C (84.6°F). During the month of February, an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) is recorded in Balapitiya.

Heat index

The heat index for February is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for 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.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout February, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. In Balapitiya, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 286.9 days and collects up to 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Balapitiya, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

In Balapitiya, the average sunshine in February is 9h.

UV index

January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in February leads to these recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.