Birmingham · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 60°F, low 45°F. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
60° / 45°F
Humidity
75%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
12 mph
What May feels like in Birmingham
Sunrise
05:10
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:57
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 May
The kit for May in Birmingham: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+6° avg high
+3 rain days
Birmingham in April →
May
60°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-6° avg high
0 rain days
Birmingham in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Birmingham in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Birmingham in May?+
Average high 60°F, average low 45°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Birmingham?+
Compared to April (avg high 54°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 66°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Birmingham in May?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in May, on average.