Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for July
| Metric | Birmingham | Cork | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 20°C (68°F) | 21°C (70°F)▲ | Cork |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 12°C (54°F)▲ | 9°C (48°F) | Birmingham |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 6 days▲ | Cork |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 66 mm▲ | 67 mm | Birmingham |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day▲ | 7h/day | Birmingham |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Cork |
Birmingham and Cork are closely matched in July. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Birmingham sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Cork is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cork is the stronger choice in July. Birmingham receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Birmingham reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Cork averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.
Birmingham receives approximately 66 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Cork sees 67 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Cork the drier option by 6 rain days and 1 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 20°C, lows of 12°C, 12 rain days
Highs of 21°C, lows of 9°C, 6 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during July.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. July is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Birmingham | Cork | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 12d | 0°C | 3d |
| Feb | 7°C | 10d | 4°C | 3d |
| Mar | 10°C | 11d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 12°C | 12d | 17°C | 5d |
| May | 15°C | 12d | 21°C | 6d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 20°C | 12d | 21°C | 6d |
| Aug | 20°C | 11d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 17°C | 10d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 13°C | 11d | 4°C | 3d |
| Nov | 9°C | 12d | 0°C | 3d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | -2°C | 3d |
Birmingham Weather in July
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Cork Weather in July
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