February weather forecast
Udaellepola, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is a tropical month in Udaellepola, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°C (65.7°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

The shift from January to February is characterized by an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), not significantly different from the 29.3°C (84.7°F) of January. Udaellepola experiences a dramatic descent in temperature during February, with the average nighttime reading settling at a comfortable 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Udaellepola, in February, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 109mm (4.29") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 317.3 rainfall days, and 2422mm (95.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Udaellepola, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.