SummerOff season ~86°F highs

Things to do in Birmingham in August

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Birmingham, with average highs around 86°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

Plan a August weekend Where else in August

Best picks for August

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in August.

1Long days outdoors

Talladega National Forest

forest in Alabama, United States

2Long days outdoors

Freedom Riders National Monument

United States National Monument in Anniston, Alabama

3Long days outdoors

Freedom Riders National Monument

Birmingham in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Birmingham?

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Birmingham, with average highs around 86°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

What is the weather like in Birmingham in August?

Average daytime highs are around 86°F, compared with 91°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Birmingham in August?

Top picks for August: Talladega National Forest, Freedom Riders National Monument, Freedom Riders National Monument, Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, Rickwood Caverns State Park.