February weather forecast
Eton, Vanuatu

February carries on with the petrichor-filled theme of January in Eton, Vanuatu, but with an attendance increase in rainfall and humidity. The weather exhibits typical tropical characteristics, with temperature highs reaching a level of 28.6°C (83.5°F). While sunshine hours continue to decline, island dwellers and visitors can still enjoy ample daylight hours to explore the Vanuatuan landscape. Prevailing winds maintain a steady pace, gently stirring the air and palm foliage while keeping the heat at a bearable level. Despite a drop in sunlight, the clarity of the views and visibility remains unscathed - a testament to the island's clean, clear air.

Temperature

Eton's February weather, with an average high temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

February through April, June, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Eton, during February, the rain falls for 23 days and regularly aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation. In Eton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 231.1 days and collects up to 1033mm (40.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Eton, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:11 +11.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, February has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Eton are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.