February weather forecast
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a moderately hot month in Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) in February, hardly different from the 29.2°C (84.6°F) recorded in January. Tissamaharama throughout February, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

In February, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Tissamaharama, during February, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 192.9 rainfall days, and 942mm (37.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.2h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in February?
In Tissamaharama, 29.7°C (85.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.3°C (75.7°F) is the average low-temperature during February. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
The average relative humidity in February is 75%.
How many days does it rain in February?
In February, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout February, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Tissamaharama have in February?
The average day length in February is 11h and 56min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in February?
On the first day of February in Tissamaharama, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 9.2h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in February?
The average daily maximum UV index in February in Tissamaharama is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
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Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in February: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°C).

Average pressure in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in February: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in February: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in February: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (182mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (16mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.6 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.6 days).

Average UV index in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in February: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in February: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in February - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in February
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).

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