February weather forecast
Dogbo-Tota, Benin

February in Dogbo-Tota sees an increase in rain volume from 10mm (0.39") in January to a significant 22mm (0.87"). Definitely wetter than January, it also clocks more daylight hours with an average of 11.9 hours per day. The temperatures stabilize slightly from the highs of January, while the humidity starts rising, indicating the beginning of the wet season. The wind speed increases slightly from January's conditions, making the overall climate a mix of warm, damp and breezy. Visitors and locals can expect occasional downpours interspersed with long, warm and humid days.

Temperature

Dogbo-Tota's shift from January to February is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.6°C (96.1°F), a slight deviation from 35.7°C (96.3°F). Dogbo-Tota observes an average nighttime temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) during February.

Heat index

Throughout February, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Dogbo-Tota, Benin, is 68%.

Rainfall

In Dogbo-Tota, during February, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. In Dogbo-Tota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.6 days and collects up to 631mm (24.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:05 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Dogbo-Tota is 9.4h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. 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: A maximum high UV index of 7 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.