February weather forecast
Mahabage, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Mahabage, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

In the transition from January to February, Mahabage reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. During February, Mahabage experiences an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) at night.

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mahabage, 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

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of February in Mahabage, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in February interprets into the following advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.