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October is one of the excellent months to visit Birmingham, with daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) at night. It is also the driest month of the year.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit.
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48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Birmingham typically drop from around 27°C (81°F) at the start of October to approximately 22°C (72°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 15°C (59°F).
48-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Birmingham spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 26 years of weather observations in Birmingham between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Birmingham in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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