February weather forecast
Hanwella, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is another hot month in Hanwella, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.4°C (88.5°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Hanwella's average high-temperature marks a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F) with the advent of February, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. February witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) in Hanwella.

Heat index

In February, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Hanwella, Sri Lanka.

Rainfall

In Hanwella, in February, during 13.8 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hanwella, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day 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, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Hanwella is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.