February weather forecast
Talawatura, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is another warm month in Talawatura, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.7°C (85.5°F) and min 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

The initiation of February records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. The nights of February in Talawatura anticipate an average low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in February is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Talawatura, during February, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. In Talawatura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of February in Talawatura, Sri Lanka, 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

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 Talawatura. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in February leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.