February weather forecast
Pamunuwa, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Pamunuwa, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February is marked by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F), bearing a close resemblance to January. In Pamunuwa, the average low-temperature during the month of February is a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Pamunuwa, Sri Lanka, 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

The average sunshine in February is 9h.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.