Birmingham vs London

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, London edges ahead as the better destination in September. London offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Birmingham sees 4 sunshine hours and 4 rain days.

Birmingham is on the cooler side at 10°C, requiring warmer clothing. London is also comfortable at 19°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in September. London receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Birmingham reaches an average high of 10°C (50°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

London averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 9°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 September.

Birmingham receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during September. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

London sees 48 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 5 rain days and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.