Galway vs Birmingham

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Birmingham edges ahead as the better destination in August. Birmingham offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Galway sees 8 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Galway sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Birmingham is also comfortable at 20°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in August. Birmingham receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Galway reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Birmingham averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 12°C (54°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 August.

Galway receives approximately 98 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during August. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Birmingham sees 64 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 4 rain days and 34 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.