Thursday 12 November · Met Office forecast, updated 12:21
What to wear in Birmingham today
Proper coat weather. Sunny, with a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C, feeling like 1°C to 4°C. Dress for about 3°C.
Sunrise 7:23am, sunset 4:20pm (8h 57m daylight).
Today's outfit for the commute
- OuterPadded or wool coatCold enough for a proper coat
- MiddleThick jumper or fleeceTraps warmth under the coat
- BaseT-shirt or shirtUnder your warmer layers
- LegsTrousers or jeansRight for the temperature
- FeetBoots with thick socksCold pavements chill your feet first
- ExtrasGloves and a scarf
Leave at home: mesh trainers.
What to wear in Birmingham today, by activity
| Activity | Wear | Rain kit |
|---|---|---|
| Commute | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat | |
| School run | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat | |
| Quick trip by car | Jumper on, coat in the carCoat on the passenger seat | |
| Dog walk | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat | |
| Running | Tights and a long-sleeve topLong-sleeve technical top | |
| Cycling | Windproof, with warm hands and earsWindproof jacket or gilet | |
| Evening out | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat |
What to wear in Birmingham this week
| Day | High / low | Rain | Wear |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomorrow | 6° / 1° | 4% | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat |
| Sat 14 | 7° / 3° | 5% | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat |
| Sun 15 | 9° / 4° | 58% | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat · Umbrella, just in case |
| Mon 16 | 7° / 3° | 10% | Proper coat weatherPadded or wool coat |
| Tue 17 | 7° / 3° | 22% | Bundle up properlyInsulated winter coat |
| Wed 18 | 7° / 2° | 8% | Bundle up properlyInsulated winter coat |
Quick answers for Birmingham today
Do I need a coat in Birmingham today?
Yes. Padded or wool coat is the right call today. It will feel like about 3°C, with a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C.
Do I need an umbrella in Birmingham today?
Probably not. The chance of rain is 0%.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Birmingham today?
Sunrise is at 7:23am and sunset at 4:20pm, giving 8h 57m daylight.
What should I wear cycling in Birmingham today?
Windproof, with warm hands and ears. Windproof jacket or gilet, Thermal long-sleeve base layer, Cycling tights or leg warmers, Full-finger winter gloves.
What should I wear running in Birmingham today?
Tights and a long-sleeve top. Long-sleeve technical top, Running tights, Running shoes, Thin gloves, optional.
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