February weather forecast
Montepuez, Mozambique

February continues the trend from January, with similarly warm temperatures and high humidity. Notable differences include a slight decrease in temperature and a corresponding increase in relative humidity to 90%. As anticipated, swimmers and sunbathers have a field day with the city's UV index remaining at 6 and daylight hours slightly decreasing. By the end of the month, locals look forward to drier conditions in the upcoming months.

Temperature

Montepuez's entry into February measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), matching the preceding month's conditions. An average nighttime temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is noted during the month of February.

Heat index

The heat index value for February is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In February, in Montepuez, the rain falls for 23.8 days. Throughout February, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 669mm (26.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:47 CAT.

Sunshine

In Montepuez, the average sunshine in February is 6.3h.

UV index

January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during February translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.