What April feels like in Birmingham
For Birmingham, April is the heart of spring. The daytime air has a chill to it, though it is rarely bitter. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights are cold. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Birmingham in April
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 4.2 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 5.3 mm per rainy day. April is Birmingham's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Birmingham gets 13 h 52 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:12 am to sunset near 8:04 pm. The days are stretching out — 2 h 6 min more daylight than mid-March. About 66% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How April compares to the rest of the year
In Birmingham's temperature order, April sits as the 6th coolest month. Against March, the average high is 3°C (5.4°F) higher, with 10 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into May. May averages a high of 15.7°C (60.3°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Birmingham in April
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Warm Layers
A proper winter coat, with gloves and a hat for early starts.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Birmingham in April?
It feels chilly: typical highs are 12.6°C (54.7°F), with lows near 4.3°C (39.7°F).
Does it rain a lot in Birmingham in April?
Quite a lot — 47 mm spread over about 11 days.
What should I wear in Birmingham in April?
Pack versatile layers, rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is April or May better for visiting Birmingham?
On our 12-month climate ranking, April comes out ahead (#4 of 12 vs #6). May is warmer and has more rainy days.