February weather forecast
Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Peradeniya, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

As Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, transitions from January to February, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), nearly the same as the previous 28.3°C (82.9°F). Peradeniya, during the nights of February, experiences an average temperature drop to a comfortable 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in February is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. 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 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Peradeniya, in February, during 14.5 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in February is 8.7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during February leads to these advisories:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.