February weather forecast
Polpitimukalana, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Polpitimukalana, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.7°C (89.1°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The transition from January to February brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), barely different from January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). During February, the average low-temperature is a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

In February, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Polpitimukalana.

Rainfall

In Polpitimukalana, during February, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Polpitimukalana, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Polpitimukalana is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of February, in Polpitimukalana, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

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 in Polpitimukalana. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in February leads to these recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.