February weather forecast
Kadugannawa, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Kadugannawa, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.1°C (64.6°F) and an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

February's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), hardly different from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) is observed in Kadugannawa during the February nights.

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. 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 temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Kadugannawa, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Kadugannawa, the average length of the day in February 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 Kadugannawa, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Kadugannawa is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kadugannawa 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: The maximum UV index of 6 during February leads to these instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.