February weather forecast
Batuwandara, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Batuwandara, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F) and an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

February notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), subtly differing from January's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Batuwandara observes an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) during February.

Heat index

The heat index value during February is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Batuwandara, during February, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 273.8 rainfall days, and 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Batuwandara, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of February, in Batuwandara, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Batuwandara. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.