February weather forecast
Gagnoa, Ivory Coast

Cloud cover increases in Gagnoa as February arrives, casting a cooler array of temperatures upon the city. Relative humidity steps up to 70%, as the rainfall inches upward, reaching 38mm (1.5"). Consequently, the number of sunshine days reduces to 8.8. Cooling breezes continue to grace the city, while the average UV index remains unchanged. The weather remains favorable for most outdoor activities, albeit with some cloud cover.

Temperature

Entering February, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still fiery hot 35.4°C (95.7°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from January's 35.8°C (96.4°F). Gagnoa's nighttime average of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during February reflects a substantial decrease from the daytime temperature.

Heat index

The heat index value during February is appraised at a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Gagnoa, Ivory Coast, the average relative humidity in February is 70%.

Rainfall

In Gagnoa, in February, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Gagnoa, Ivory Coast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.6 days and collects up to 919mm (36.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Gagnoa is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of February in Gagnoa, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gagnoa 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during February leads to these advisories:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.