Birmingham · March
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 49°F, low 37°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 81% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
49° / 37°F
Humidity
81%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
15 mph
What March feels like in Birmingham
Sunrise
07:18
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:12
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Birmingham in March
The kit for March in Birmingham: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
March vs the surrounding months
vs February
+3° avg high
+2 rain days
Birmingham in February →
March
49°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: midday
vs April
-5° avg high
+2 rain days
Birmingham in April →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Birmingham in March?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Birmingham in March?+
Average high 49°F, average low 37°F.
How does March compare to surrounding months in Birmingham?+
Compared to February (avg high 46°F), March is warmer. Compared to April (avg high 54°F), March is cooler.
Does it rain often in Birmingham in March?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in March, on average.