February weather forecast
Hedeniya, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is another warm month in Hedeniya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

Hedeniya's weather, upon February's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), nearly identical to the prior month. An average minimum temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) is recorded during the month of February.

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Hedeniya is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hedeniya, in February, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Hedeniya is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of February, in Hedeniya, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Hedeniya is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.