Birmingham, United Kingdom Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Birmingham
Weather in Birmingham is shaped by its oceanic climate - expect mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. July afternoons typically reach 69°F (21°C), while January highs hover near 44°F (7°C). Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches (815 mm) over about 152 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 69°F (21°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 44°F (7°C)
- Record high: 99°F (37°C) · Record low: 18°F (-8°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (10.6 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 4 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 69°F (21°C) and overnight lows stay near 55°F (13°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 44°F (7°C) and lows around 35°F (2°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 99°F (37°C) and dropped as low as 18°F (-8°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.1 inches (80 mm) of rain over 12 days, while April is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.6 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 4 days in a typical year, mostly from December through January.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 35° | 12 | 2.2 in | 3.8 h/day | 88% |
| February | 46° | 36° | 11 | 2.3 in | 5.1 h/day | 84% |
| March | 49° | 37° | 14 | 2.8 in | 6.4 h/day | 81% |
| April | 54° | 39° | 12 | 1.9 in | 9.0 h/day | 76% |
| May | 61° | 46° | 12 | 2.8 in | 10.3 h/day | 75% |
| June | 66° | 51° | 13 | 2.9 in | 10.5 h/day | 74% |
| July | 69° | 55° | 14 | 2.8 in | 10.6 h/day | 74% |
| August | 68° | 54° | 11 | 2.7 in | 9.4 h/day | 76% |
| September | 64° | 51° | 13 | 2.8 in | 7.7 h/day | 80% |
| October | 57° | 46° | 12 | 3.1 in | 5.7 h/day | 85% |
| November | 49° | 40° | 13 | 2.8 in | 4.0 h/day | 88% |
| December | 46° | 39° | 14 | 3.0 in | 3.0 h/day | 90% |
Birmingham month by month
Birmingham weather in January
January brings highs around 44°F (7°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Birmingham.
Birmingham weather in February
February brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), about 11 wet days.
Birmingham weather in March
March brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Birmingham weather in April
April brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 12 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Birmingham.
Birmingham weather in May
May brings highs around 61°F (16°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 12 wet days.
Birmingham weather in June
June brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 51°F (11°C), about 13 wet days.
Birmingham weather in July
July brings highs around 69°F (21°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 14 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Birmingham.
Birmingham weather in August
August brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 11 wet days.
Birmingham weather in September
September brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 51°F (10°C), about 13 wet days.
Birmingham weather in October
October brings highs around 57°F (14°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 12 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Birmingham.
Birmingham weather in November
November brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 40°F (5°C), about 13 wet days.
Birmingham weather in December
December brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 14 wet days.
Seasons in Birmingham
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Birmingham is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 55°F (13°C) and nights around 41°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Birmingham is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 68°F (20°C) and nights around 53°F (12°C); expect showers on roughly 39 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Birmingham is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 57°F (14°C) and nights around 46°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Birmingham is brisk and cold, with daytime highs averaging 46°F (8°C) and nights around 37°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 37 days across the season, plus around 2 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Birmingham
The best time to visit Birmingham is generally April to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 64°F (18°C).
Pack for Birmingham with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 55°F (13°C).
Birmingham temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.