Birmingham (AL) Sunshine Hours by Month
When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Birmingham, Alabama, United States of America. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Birmingham, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 283 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 148 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2644 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Birmingham serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 4.9 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 66% of the time during the day in October, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 47%.
Birmingham vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Birmingham enjoys an average of 2644 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Birmingham
December, Birmingham’s wettest month, receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Birmingham Precipitation page.
