February weather forecast
Bandarawatta, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is another tropical month in Bandarawatta, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and an average low of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The transition from January to February brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.7°C (89.1°F), barely different from January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Bandarawatta experiences a steady low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) throughout February.

Heat index

The heat index value during February is computed to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Bandarawatta, Sri Lanka, in February, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bandarawatta, there are 265.8 rainfall days, and 1783mm (70.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Bandarawatta is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bandarawatta are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in February interprets into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.