February weather forecast
Matombo, Tanzania

The last month of the summer, February, is another warm month in Matombo, Tanzania, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.9°C (67.8°F) and max 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Matombo's average high-temperature in February is a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 29.3°C (84.7°F) of January. The mean low-temperature during February nights in Matombo is a comfortable 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in February is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Matombo is 82%.

Rainfall

In February, in Matombo, the rain falls for 26.6 days. Throughout February, 191mm (7.52") of precipitation is accumulated. In Matombo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.5 days and collects up to 1392mm (54.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.