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

Is Birmingham a good destination in October, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Birmingham during October to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 24°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 12°C.

Precipitation

Birmingham in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 232 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. 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 October

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 72%  

Sunshine 232 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 66%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

For visitors traveling to Birmingham, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Birmingham.

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