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 (29.4°C). 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

Birmingham marks the start of September with an average high-temperature of a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from August's 90.1°F (32.3°C). Birmingham, in September, witnesses an average low-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during September is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In Birmingham, the average relative humidity in September is 72%.

Rainfall

In Birmingham, in September, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Birmingham is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during September translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Birmingham in September?

The high-temperature during September is 84.9°F (29.4°C) and the low-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

The average relative humidity in September is 72%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In September, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout September, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

In September, the average day length is 12h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

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

What is the UV index reading in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Birmingham is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's 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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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