February weather forecast
Moyamba, Sierra Leone

Transitioning to February, Moyamba experiences extension in sunlight exposure matched with a slight hike in temperatures and wind speed. While the city continues to enjoy considerable sunrays, February also brings with it mild showers, just enough to cool the daytime heat. Outdoor gatherings and activities still remain favorable due to the maintained levels of daylight and visibility. Moving towards the end of the month, February poses a slight increase in cloudiness, though not hindering the city's vibrant life. Noteworthy in February is a slight drop in atmospheric pressure to 1010.5mb.

Temperature

The highest temperatures are recorded in February, with averages reaching a high of 37.4°C (99.3°F) and a low of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

During February, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are treated as highly perilous, and imminent is the threat of heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

February is the least humid month in Moyamba, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In February, in Moyamba, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout February, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 249.6 rainfall days, and 1612mm (63.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Moyamba, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of February, in Moyamba, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Moyamba is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Moyamba are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.