February weather forecast
Bekkegama, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Bekkegama, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), hardly diverging from January's 30.3°C (86.5°F). In February, Bekkegama reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) during the nights.

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Bekkegama is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of February, in Bekkegama, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Bekkegama 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 Bekkegama. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.