What August feels like in Birmingham
In Birmingham, August brings late summer. Afternoons are mild and comfortable for most people in light layers. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Birmingham in August
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. A rainy day brings about 5.9 mm (0.2 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.3 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in August
Mid-month, Birmingham gets 14 h 47 min of daylight, from sunrise near 5:49 am to sunset near 8:36 pm. Compared with mid-July, the day has lost 1 h 36 min. The sun is out for roughly 64% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
August is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Birmingham. Against July, the average high is 0.8°C (1.4°F) lower, with 11 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into September. By September, typical highs are 17.6°C (63.7°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
Tips for visiting Birmingham in August
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Birmingham in August?
Expect around 19.8°C (67.6°F) in the afternoon and 12.4°C (54.3°F) at night, which most visitors would call mild.
Does it rain a lot in Birmingham in August?
Quite a lot — 65 mm spread over about 11 days.
What should I wear in Birmingham in August?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Birmingham?
August, clearly: it ranks #1 of 12 among Birmingham's months, against #5 for the other. September is cooler.