February weather forecast
Walagedara, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Walagedara, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during February registers at a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. In the month of February, Walagedara's average low-temperature falls to a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

For February, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Walagedara, Sri Lanka, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout February, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Walagedara, there are 287.3 rainfall days, and 2026mm (79.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.