Birmingham vs Edinburgh

Birmingham and Edinburgh are closely matched in December. 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 is on the cooler side at -2°C, requiring warmer clothing. Edinburgh is cooler at 6°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in December. Edinburgh receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Birmingham reaches an average high of -2°C (28°F) and drops to -14°C (7°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Edinburgh averages 6°C (43°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. There is a notable 8°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Birmingham receives approximately 30 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Edinburgh sees 77 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 11 rain days and 47 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.