February weather forecast
Soyapango, El Salvador

The February weather offers a hint of warmth yet holds on to the freshness of January. While it's a short month, the sunshine hours slightly increase, filling most of the days with light and warmth. The increase in temperature becomes more noticeable, signaling the transition towards the hotter months of the year. Additionally, the humidity shows a modest decrease allowing for more outdoor activities. Nevertheless, the rainfall, albeit small, increases to 7mm (0.28"), bringing the occasional shower to cool down the warm afternoons.

Temperature

The advent of February brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. A striking difference from the daytime highs is registered during February nights, with an average temperature of 20°C (68°F).

Heat index

February's heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Soyapango is 63%.

Rainfall

In Soyapango, in February, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196.7 rainfall days, and 1216mm (47.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Soyapango is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of February in Soyapango, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:05 CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Soyapango is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.