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 onset of September with an average high-temperature of a warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), a subtle shift from August's 90.1°F (32.3°C). Birmingham, during the month of September, experiences an average low-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Heat index

September's mean heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Birmingham, Alabama, during September, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Birmingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Birmingham is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of September in Birmingham, Alabama, 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Birmingham, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during September morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Birmingham during September?

In Birmingham, in September, the average high-temperature is 84.9°F (29.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Birmingham?

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

How many days does it rain in September in Birmingham?

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

When it does not snow in Birmingham?

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

What is the average length of the day in September in Birmingham?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Birmingham?

On the first day of September, 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 in Birmingham is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in September in Birmingham?

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