Birmingham (AL) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Birmingham is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 12°C (54°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in July to around 1°C (34°F) during January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Birmingham has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1440 mm (57 in) of rain/snowfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 154 mm (6.1 in) of precipitation, spread over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month October experiences a drier climate, with about 81 mm (3.2 in) of rainfall spread across 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Birmingham Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Birmingham. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Birmingham.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 75%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year