Birmingham vs Edinburgh

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Birmingham edges ahead as the better destination in September. Birmingham offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Edinburgh sees 7 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Birmingham sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Edinburgh is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in September. Birmingham receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Birmingham reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Edinburgh averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Birmingham receives approximately 57 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Edinburgh sees 61 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 1 rain day and 4 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.