February weather forecast
Kanduboda, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Kanduboda, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The start of February sees the average high-temperature at a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), showing little difference from January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Kanduboda experiences a mean temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) during February nights.

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating 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. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Kanduboda, during February, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 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 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

In Kanduboda, the average sunshine in February 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during February translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.