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Birmingham weather in August (Alabama, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Birmingham this August? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Birmingham tends to experience very high temperatures and high rainfall. Experience the summer season in August. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 33°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 22°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Birmingham in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 13 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

With around 261 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures October generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Birmingham climate page with graphs.

 

Birmingham, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 126 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
SunshineSunshine 261 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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