Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Orkney, South Africa, during February is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (73°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (57°F). Typically, the humidity level in Orkney throughout February hovers around 70%.
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In February, Orkney averages 104 mm (4.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 59 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In February, the UV Index in Orkney reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||