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

The commencement of September brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.9°F (29.4°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from August. Birmingham encounters a steady low-temperature average of 65.3°F (18.5°C) throughout the month of September.

Heat index

Throughout September, the heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity 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

In Birmingham, 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

The average sunshine in September is 8.8h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during September translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in September?

An average high-temperature, in September, in Birmingham, 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. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Birmingham?

In September, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in Birmingham in September?

In Birmingham, in September, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in September?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 many hours of sunshine does Birmingham have in September?

The average sunshine duration in September in Birmingham is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents 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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