February weather forecast
Soma, The Gambia

February

Weather in February

Following the pattern of January, February continues to be glaringly hot. A notable pattern is the range of temperatures from 37.8°C (100°F) for daytime highs to nighttime lows of 21.2°C (70.2°F). Being a salient feature of Soma's climate, remarkably, the month exhibits little to no rainfall. February promises ample opportunities to soak in the Soma sunshine uninterrupted by precipitation.

Temperature

February's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.8°C (100°F), subtly varied from January's 35.7°C (96.3°F). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Soma records an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) in February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 16%.

Rainfall

January through April and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 19:10 GMT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in February?
In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.8°C (100°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in February?
In Soma, the average relative humidity in February is 16%.
What is the driest month in Soma?
January through April and December are months without rainfall in Soma.
What is the average length of the day in February?
In Soma, the average day length in February is 11h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February?
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 19:10 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Soma have in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 9.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Soma.
How high is the UV index in February?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average temperature in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°C).

Average pressure in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average pressure in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in February: 1010.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average wind speed in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in February: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average humidity in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in February: 16%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average rainfall in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in February: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (146mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average rainfall days in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in February: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average sunshine days in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in February: 28.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

Average UV index in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average UV index in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in February: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average cloud cover in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in February: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in February - Soma, The Gambia
Average visibility in February
Soma, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).

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