October weather forecast
Birmingham, United Kingdom

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A beautiful flower garden in front of the main entrance of the City Council building of Birmingham, United Kingdom
A beautiful flower garden in front of the main entrance of the City Council building of Birmingham, United Kingdom

Weather in October

October in Birmingham signals the full arrival of Autumn. With a further decrease in the average high temperature to 13.6°C (56.5°F), the climate cools considerably. Shortened daylight hours and longer evenings set the tone for cosy indoor activities. Sporadic showers are common, and one can witness the leaves turning into vibrant hues of orange and red. Despite the chilly weather, the city life remains vibrant with Halloween festivities taking centre stage.

Temperature

October's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a refreshing 17.3°C (63.1°F) in September to a mild 13.6°C (56.5°F). In the month of October, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 7.9°C (46.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Birmingham, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 280mm (11.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April, June through October are months without snowfall in Birmingham.

Daylight

In Birmingham, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:44 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.

Sunshine

In Birmingham, the average sunshine in October is 4.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Birmingham is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Birmingham in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Birmingham, records 13.6°C (56.5°F), while the low-temperature is 7.9°C (46.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Birmingham?

The average relative humidity in October in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in October in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, United Kingdom, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

Does it snow in Birmingham in October?

In Birmingham, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Birmingham?

On the first day of October in Birmingham, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:44 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm GMT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Birmingham?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Birmingham, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in October in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.1h.

How high is the UV index in October in Birmingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.5°C).

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Average pressure in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (36mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average UV index in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in October
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and November (8km).

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