February weather forecast
Ihala Kottaramulla, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Ihala Kottaramulla, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.7°C (89.1°F) and min 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

Ihala Kottaramulla experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F) with the onset of February, subtly varied from January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Ihala Kottaramulla reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) throughout February nights.

Heat index

The heat index for February is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Ihala Kottaramulla, in February, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ihala Kottaramulla, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.