February weather forecast
Makokou, Gabon

February experiences a minor uptick in weather conditions compared to the previous month. The average rainfall sees a relatively smaller surge with an accumulation of 106mm (4.17") noticed. Despite the moderate rise in temperature, the UV Index remains constant, suggesting the need for appropriate sun protection in Makokou, Gabon. The daylight and sunshine hours also stay unchanged, offering predictable weather conditions. The weather conditions anticipate another rise moving into March, especially in terms of rainfall.

Temperature

Makokou experiences a minor change to a still hot 31°C (87.8°F) in average high-temperature during February, closely reflecting January. Makokou, during the nights of February, experiences an average temperature drop to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F).

Rainfall

In Makokou, during February, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 106mm (4.17") of precipitation. In Makokou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 1626mm (64.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Makokou are February through May, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, an average UV index of 12 transforms into the following instructions:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Even on a cloudy day, a sunscreen with at least a 30 SPF should be applied generously and frequently reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor exercise.