United StatesThe weather in January in Birmingham
It's cool in January in Birmingham with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 8°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 8°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Birmingham, Alabama. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2022, Birmingham reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -5°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -14°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 196 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Birmingham
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Birmingham. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Birmingham | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | -1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 196 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Birmingham with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 3°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 15°C, with nights around 5°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Birmingham is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Birmingham, Alabama. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Birmingham
Temperature in January in Birmingham over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Birmingham, Alabama. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Birmingham
Total precipitation in January in Birmingham over the years
Daily UV index in January in Birmingham
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Birmingham, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Birmingham by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Birmingham. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.