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Birmingham in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Birmingham in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Birmingham in October 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Birmingham in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +75°F and about 12 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 10 rainy days and 93 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
93 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Birmingham has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Birmingham in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Birmingham for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in October is +75°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +43°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 67% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +57°F.

Is Birmingham warm or cold in October?

Birmingham is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +84°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +66°F to +54°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Birmingham:

Climate in Birmingham in October

Birmingham weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+84°F+75°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+28°F+19°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+99°F+88°F
Rainfall
102 mm93 mm113 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
72%71%71%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1017 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
91210
Cloudy days
789
Rainy days
141011
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +84°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +75°F. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 102 mm to 93 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 9 to 12.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Birmingham in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Birmingham is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Birmingham based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 16%, leading to total precipitation of around 22 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Birmingham wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. October, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 93 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Birmingham?

This is the weather in Birmingham in October 2024:
1 October
☁️
+86°F
2 October
☀️
+85°F
3 October
☀️
+85°F
4 October
☀️
+84°F
5 October
☁️
+82°F
6 October
🌧️
+76°F
7 October
☀️
+69°F
8 October
☀️
+69°F
9 October
☀️
+78°F
10 October
☁️
+83°F
11 October
☁️
+74°F
12 October
☁️
+69°F
13 October
☁️
+69°F
14 October
☁️
+74°F
15 October
☁️
+65°F
16 October
☁️
+61°F
17 October
☁️
+66°F
18 October
☀️
+73°F
19 October
☀️
+70°F
20 October
☁️
+81°F
21 October
☀️
+81°F
22 October
☁️
+80°F
23 October
☁️
+80°F
24 October
☁️
+79°F
25 October
☀️
+78°F
26 October
☁️
+81°F
27 October
☁️
+82°F
28 October
☁️
+82°F
29 October
☀️
+83°F
30 October
☀️
+73°F
31 October
☁️
+58°F
In October 2024 Birmingham had 12 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 27%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Birmingham climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Birmingham in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+71°F) and the highest in 2016 (+76°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 861 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1862 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Birmingham in October:

Is October a good time to visit Birmingham?

October is a really good time to go to Birmingham. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Birmingham.

Can you sunbathe in Birmingham in October?

October is warm in Birmingham. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Birmingham rainy in October?

Birmingham is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Birmingham in October?

The amount of sunny days in Birmingham during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Birmingham

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Birmingham, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.