City in West Midlands, United Kingdom
Birmingham weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Birmingham
May–September is warmest. Christmas market (Nov–Dec) draws crowds; winters are cold and grey. Pride is in late May.
Birmingham weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°65 mm
- Feb7°53 mm
- Mar9°53 mm
- Apr13°48 mm
- May16°61 mm
- Jun19°67 mm
- Jul21°72 mm
- Aug20°72 mm
- Sep18°52 mm
- Oct14°78 mm
- Nov9°73 mm
- Dec6°71 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C43°F | 1°C33°F | 65 mm | 94% | Cold |
| February | 7°C44°F | 0°C33°F | 53 mm | 91% | Cold |
| March | 9°C49°F | 1°C34°F | 53 mm | 87% | Cold |
| April | 13°C55°F | 3°C38°F | 48 mm | 83% | Cool |
| May | 16°C61°F | 6°C44°F | 61 mm | 81% | Cool |
| June | 19°C66°F | 10°C49°F | 67 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 11°C52°F | 72 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| August | 20°C69°F | 11°C52°F | 72 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| September | 18°C64°F | 9°C48°F | 52 mm | 84% | Cool |
| October | 14°C57°F | 6°C43°F | 78 mm | 89% | Cool |
| November | 9°C48°F | 3°C38°F | 73 mm | 94% | Cold |
| December | 6°C43°F | 2°C35°F | 71 mm | 95% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Birmingham?
May–Jul, Sep. May–September is warmest. Christmas market (Nov–Dec) draws crowds; winters are cold and grey. Pride is in late May.
When is the rainy season in Birmingham?
Rain peaks in October with about 78 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Birmingham?
July, with average highs of 21°C (70°F).
How cold does Birmingham get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 0°C (33°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Visit Birmingham
- Transport for West Midlands
- Birmingham Airport
- University Hospitals Birmingham NHS
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.