What February feels like in Birmingham
For Birmingham, February is late winter on the calendar. It is cold outside for most of the day; indoor breaks come as a relief. Little changes after sunset — nights are cold, only slightly below the daytime level. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Birmingham in February
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. A rainy day brings about 4.9 mm (0.2 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. Across the year Birmingham averages about 5.3 mm per rainy day, so February is typical. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
On 15 February the sun rises at about 7:26 am and sets around 5:18 pm local time, giving 9 h 52 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 1 h 43 min more daylight than mid-January. Measured sunshine covers about 51% of the daylight — sun and cloud share the day.
How February compares to the rest of the year
In Birmingham's temperature order, February sits as the 3rd coolest month. Against January, the average high is 0.9°C (1.6°F) higher, with 5 mm less rain. Temperatures keep climbing into March. March averages a high of 9.6°C (49.3°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Birmingham in February
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Birmingham in February?
Expect around 7.4°C (45.3°F) in the afternoon and 1.9°C (35.4°F) at night, which most visitors would call cold.
Does it rain a lot in Birmingham in February?
It does: about 11 rainy days bring roughly 54 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Birmingham in February?
Based on the averages: rain protection and warm layers. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is February or March better for visiting Birmingham?
February scores better on our climate ranking (#8 of 12 vs #9), rated Fair against Fair. March is warmer and has more rainy days.