February weather forecast
Hulangamuwa, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Hulangamuwa, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 18.9°C (66°F).

Temperature

Hulangamuwa, Sri Lanka, experiences a minor change to a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F) in average high-temperature during February, closely reflecting January. During February, Hulangamuwa witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 18.9°C (66°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in February is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Hulangamuwa, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout February, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hulangamuwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.8 days and collects up to 1175mm (46.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Hulangamuwa is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of February, in Hulangamuwa, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Hulangamuwa is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in February translates into this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.