February weather forecast
Medan, Indonesia

The weather in Medan experiences a minimal fluctuation from January to February. A slight increase in average sunshine hours, 8.8 hours, announces the arrival of February. Light winds gently sweep through the city, maintaining a nice warm atmosphere. It turns out to be a perfect time for tourists, as the weather rarely poses any hindrance to exploration. Rain showers become less frequent, giving way to more bright, sunny days.

Temperature

The introduction of February in Medan, Indonesia, sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), hardly deviating from January. Throughout February, Medan encounters an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For February, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Medan, the average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Medan is February, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically collects 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Medan, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:39 WIB.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Medan, Indonesia, is 8.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Medan. The months with the lowest UV index in Medan are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in February leads to these recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.