The climate in Birmingham during August can be summarized as hot, humid and a little damp.
August is in the summer in Birmingham and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 32°C (89°F), whilst at night 20°C (67°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 31.8°C 89.2°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 19.7°C 67.4°F |
| Average temperature | 25.7°C 78.3°F |
| Daily sunshine | 8.8 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 97 mm 3.8 ins |
| Rainy days | 9 days |
| Sea temperature | 27.5°C 81.5°F |
| Humidity | 75% |
| Windspeed | 9kph 6 mph |
On average August is the 3rd driest month of the year in Birmingham with around 97mm 3.8 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.8 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Birmingham in August 2025.
Best places to visit in August
| Hottest month: | July | 31.8°C 89.2°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 71mm 2.8ins |
| Sunniest month: | October | 8hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 10.5°C 50.9°F |
| Wettest month: | March | 153mm 6ins |