The last month of the summer,
February, is another warm month in
Port Vila,
Vanuatu, with an average temperature varying between 29°C (84.2°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).
Temperature
February and
March, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are the warmest months.
Heat index
In February, the average heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature', 'feels like', or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This effect is subjective, depending on the activity and individual's heat perception influenced by various reasons (differences in body mass, height, and shape, wind, pregnancy). Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.
Humidity
February is the most humid month in Port Vila, with an average relative humidity of 88%.
Rainfall
In Port Vila, during February, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation. In Port Vila, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112 days and collects up to 2405mm (94.69") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Port Vila is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of February, in Port Vila, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:13 +11.