Birmingham vs London

Birmingham and London are closely matched in January. 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 -1°C, requiring warmer clothing. London is cooler at 7°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in January. London receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Birmingham reaches an average high of -1°C (30°F) and drops to -13°C (9°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

London averages 7°C (45°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°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 January.

Birmingham receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

London sees 55 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 8 rain days and 22 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.