Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Birmingham | Cork | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 7°C (45°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Cork |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 2°C (36°F) | 4°C (39°F)▲ | Cork |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days▲ | 11 days | Birmingham |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 47 mm▲ | 67 mm | Birmingham |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 5h/day | 5h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | Tie |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Birmingham edges ahead as the better destination in February. Birmingham offers 5 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Cork sees 5 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Birmingham is on the cooler side at 7°C, requiring warmer clothing. Cork is cooler at 9°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in February.
Birmingham reaches an average high of 7°C (45°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Cork averages 9°C (48°F) for the high and 4°C (39°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 February.
Birmingham receives approximately 47 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Cork sees 67 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 1 rain day and 20 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 7°C, lows of 2°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 9°C, lows of 4°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Birmingham | Cork | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 12d | 9°C | 13d |
| Feb | 7°C | 10d | 9°C | 11d |
| Mar | 10°C | 11d | 10°C | 12d |
| Apr | 12°C | 12d | 12°C | 13d |
| May | 15°C | 12d | 15°C | 13d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 17°C | 11d |
| Jul | 20°C | 12d | 19°C | 12d |
| Aug | 20°C | 11d | 18°C | 12d |
| Sep | 17°C | 10d | 17°C | 10d |
| Oct | 13°C | 11d | 14°C | 13d |
| Nov | 9°C | 12d | 11°C | 13d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | 9°C | 13d |
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