February weather forecast
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka

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

Temperature

Kohilawatta's average high-temperature in February is a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 30.8°C (87.4°F) of January. Throughout the month of February, the average temperature in Kohilawatta dips to a warm 23.3°C (73.9°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index for February is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout February, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kohilawatta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kohilawatta, the average length of the day in February 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 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

In Kohilawatta, 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in February interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.