February weather forecast
Longoni, Mayotte

Following in the footsteps of January, February in Longoni doesn't veer too far from the climate pattern - humid, warm, and a bit wet. However, the rainfall decreases noticeably with a shift in the patterns of cloud cover. Despite this decrease in rainfall, the sunshine duration remains fairly constant. The reduced rain doesn't result in dramatic changes in the weather. As the month progresses, the days become noticeably shorter, bridging the survival from February to March.

Temperature

February's onset corresponds to a marginal change in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), matching January's readings. Longoni, in February, logs an average low-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Heat index

The heat index for February is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Longoni, Mayotte, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

Rainfall

In Longoni, in February, during 22.6 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Longoni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 862mm (33.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of February in Longoni, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

Sunshine

In Longoni, Mayotte, the average sunshine in February is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Longoni are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during February translates into these guidelines:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.