Birmingham Zoo

Park Urban zoo featuring hundreds of animal species

Birmingham Zoo in Alabama houses animals across conservation-focused exhibits; families visit for daily animal feedings, educational programs and seasonal events.

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Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223, United States
33.4865, -86.7792
Daily 9am-5pm (seasonal variations may apply; check website)
Adult general admission approx. $22-$26 (prices vary); check website for current rates. Children, seniors, and membership discounts often available.

How to Get to Birmingham Zoo #

Located just off Cahaba Road in Birmingham. The zoo is reachable by car with on-site parking; regional buses serve nearby corridors but a car or taxi is the most convenient option.

Tips for Visiting Birmingham Zoo #

  • Buy tickets online in advance for reduced queues, especially on weekends and school holidays.
  • Go early morning to see animals at their most active; zookeepers' talks and feedings are scheduled and worth checking the daily board.
  • Ride the zoo's map route rather than trying to see everything in one loop; pick 3-4 exhibits to focus on for a relaxed visit.

Best Time to Visit Birmingham Zoo #

Spring and autumn are best for comfortable temperatures and active animal viewing; check the zoo calendar for special events.

Spring
Mar-May · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Mild temperatures for outdoor walking and active animals.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 15-26°C (59-79°F)
Cooler days with comfortable walking; fewer summer crowds.

Weather & Climate near Birmingham Zoo #

Climate

Birmingham Zoo's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1441 mm/year), wettest in March.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
24°

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 33°

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 30°

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 24°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

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