September weather forecast
Birmingham, AL

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The colorful evening sky in Birmingham City, Alabama
The colorful evening sky in Birmingham City, Alabama

Weather in September

September ushers in cooler weather in Birmingham, Alabama, with temperatures decreasing to highs around 84.9°F. A decrease in rainfall pivots this month closer to a drier season. Despite the drop in temperature, wind gusts increase, offering an easing transition into fall. While reducing daylight hours might hint at an onset of winter, the city enjoys significant sunshine hours. Thus, September presents an idyllic mix of warm summer days and cooler autumn evenings.

Temperature

The onset of September brings with it an average high-temperature of a warm 84.9°F, showing a negligible variation from the month before. During the month of September, the temperature falls to an average of 65.3°F.

Heat index

For September, the heat index is estimated at a hot 93.2°F. Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Birmingham is 72%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout September, 1.1" of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Birmingham, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 18.58" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Birmingham, Alabama, is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of September in Birmingham, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Birmingham is 8.8h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Birmingham, Alabama, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in September translates into the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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FAQ

How hot does it get in Birmingham in September?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during September are 84.9°F and 65.3°F respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 93.2°F.

What is the average humidity in September in Birmingham?

The average relative humidity in September is 72%.

How much does it rain in Birmingham in September?

In Birmingham, Alabama, during September, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Birmingham?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in September?

The average day length in September in Birmingham is 12h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Birmingham?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in September is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Birmingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Birmingham, AL

Average temperature in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average high temperature in September: 84.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 65.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in September
Birmingham, AL

Average pressure in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Birmingham, AL

Average wind speed in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in September
Birmingham, AL

Average humidity in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average humidity in September: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in September
Birmingham, AL

Average rainfall in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in September
Birmingham, AL

Average rainfall days in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average rainfall days in September: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Birmingham, AL

Average snowfall in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Birmingham, AL

Average snowfall days in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Birmingham, AL

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Birmingham, AL

Average sunshine days in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average sunshine days in September: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in September
Birmingham, AL

Average UV index in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in September
Birmingham, AL

Average cloud cover in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average cloud cover in September: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in September
Birmingham, AL

Average visibility in September - Birmingham, AL
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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