Monthly climate guide
Birmingham weather in December
With highs near 8°C (46°F) and lows around 3°C (37°F), December feels cold in Birmingham. Rainfall averages about 82 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
- December brings early winter to Birmingham.
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery — showers are likely.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Birmingham than December.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
3°C
37°F
Rainfall
82 mm
some rain
Humidity
95%
relative
Sky
73%
cloud · often cloudy
Birmingham weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 44°F | 1°C / 34°F | 66 mm | 94% | 75% |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 34°F | 55 mm | 91% | 73% |
| March | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 35°F | 54 mm | 86% | 72% |
| April | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 39°F | 45 mm | 82% | 69% |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 44°F | 57 mm | 80% | 67% |
| June | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 49°F | 74 mm | 81% | 75% |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 64 mm | 79% | 69% |
| August | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 73 mm | 82% | 72% |
| September | 18°C / 65°F | 9°C / 48°F | 53 mm | 84% | 67% |
| October | 14°C / 58°F | 7°C / 44°F | 75 mm | 89% | 72% |
| November | 10°C / 49°F | 4°C / 39°F | 76 mm | 94% | 72% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | 3°C / 37°F | 82 mm | 95% | 73% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Birmingham?
Our Birmingham guide recommends: May to September for the warmest, driest weather.
Birmingham has more canals than Venice — a canalside walk through the city centre is one of the best free things to do.
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Birmingham in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Birmingham?
December is cool in Birmingham, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Birmingham in December?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 3°C (37°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Birmingham in December?
Birmingham typically gets around 82 mm of rain in December — some rain. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Birmingham?
May to September for the warmest, driest weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Birmingham (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.