Climate of Birmingham, United Kingdom
Area-weighted average across Birmingham. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Birmingham, a subdivision of United Kingdom, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.9°C / 39°F in January to 16.1°C / 61°F in July, with rainfall from 56 mm / 2.2 in to 87 mm / 3.4 in depending on the season (855 mm / 33.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.9°C39°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| February | 3.9°C39°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| March | 5.8°C42.4°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 7.5°C45.5°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| May | 11°C51.8°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 13.8°C56.8°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| July | 16.1°C61°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| August | 15.7°C60.3°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| September | 13.1°C55.6°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| October | 9.8°C49.6°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| November | 6.5°C43.7°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 4.7°C40.5°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Birmingham?
Birmingham, United Kingdom does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.1°C / 61°F, and the driest is April at 56 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Birmingham?
Birmingham, United Kingdom has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.9°C / 39°F in January to 16.1°C / 61°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 855 mm / 33.7 in, with the wettest month being December (87 mm / 3.4 in) and the driest April (56 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Birmingham?
The hottest month in Birmingham is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.1°C / 61°F.
What is the coldest month in Birmingham?
The coldest month in Birmingham is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.9°C / 39°F.
When does it rain most in Birmingham?
The wettest month in Birmingham is December, averaging about 87 mm / 3.4 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 56 mm / 2.2 in.