February weather forecast
Crooked Tree, Belize

In the city of Crooked Tree, February brings a slight increase in warmth compared to January. February's weather starts showing signs of the approaching spring with sunnier days and less rain. The amount of average total rainfall decreases to 49mm (1.93"), essentially making this a drier month than January. This decrease in precipitation is paired with a modest increase in daylight hours. Wind gusts experience a slight increase, recorded reaching a speed of 20km/h (12.4mph).

Temperature

February's advent in Crooked Tree denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F) from January's 26.5°C (79.7°F). During February, Crooked Tree observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

February's heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout February, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crooked Tree, there are 262.3 rainfall days, and 1335mm (52.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of February, in Crooked Tree, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:00 CST.

Sunshine

In Crooked Tree, Belize, the average sunshine in February is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Crooked Tree are January, February, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in February translates into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.