February weather forecast
Udahamulla, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is another tropical month in Udahamulla, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F), closely related to the 30.8°C (87.4°F) observed in January. Udahamulla reports an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) during the nights of February.

Heat index

The heat index value for February is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. 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. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Udahamulla, in February, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. In Udahamulla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

In Udahamulla, the average sunshine in February is 9h.

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. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.