Birmingham vs London

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, London edges ahead as the better destination in October. London offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Birmingham sees 6 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Birmingham is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. London is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in October.

Birmingham reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

London averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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 October.

Birmingham receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

London sees 60 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.