February weather forecast
Habaraduwa, Sri Lanka

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

Temperature

The beginning of February records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), marking a negligible difference from January's 29.2°C (84.6°F). During the nights in February, the temperature averages to a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

February's mean heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout February, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Habaraduwa is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Habaraduwa is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in February translates into these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.