February weather forecast
Wegiriya, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Wegiriya, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

Wegiriya experiences a minor change to a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) in average high-temperature during February, closely reflecting January. Wegiriya witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) throughout February.

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Wegiriya is 77%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Wegiriya, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Wegiriya is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in February transforms into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.