February weather forecast
Madawala, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is a hot month in Madawala, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Temperature

As Madawala transitions from January to February, the average high-temperatures adjust to a hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), nearly the same as the previous 29.3°C (84.7°F). Madawala experiences a substantial decline from the daytime high temperatures in February, settling on an average low of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Heat index

In February, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Madawala.

Rainfall

In Madawala, during February, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation. In Madawala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 317.7 days and collects up to 2467mm (97.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Madawala are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during February leads to these instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.