February weather forecast
Bertoua, Cameroon

As Bertoua steps into February, the weather shows a slight increase in temperature, humidity, and even rainfall from the preceding month. This month is characteristic of some rainfall, approximately 21mm (0.83") over eight days, marking the onset of the wet season. The longer sunshine hours and clear skies from January carry over into this month. Increase in cloud cover towards the end of the month could signal the start of the more constant rainfall periods from the subsequent months.

Temperature

February is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 35.2°C (95.4°F) and as low as 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

February's heat index is calculated to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Bertoua, the average relative humidity in February is 47%.

Rainfall

In Bertoua, in February, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Bertoua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 224.1 days and collects up to 1117mm (43.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In Bertoua, the average sunshine in February is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in February translates into the following instructions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.