The best times to visit Memphis for ideal weather are

March 19th to May 27th

or

September 3rd to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Memphis Travel Info

Weather in Memphis

Temperature

Average temperatures in Memphis vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 41st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Memphis, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 98.3°F (36.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.4°F (22.4°C) at night.

Memphis Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Memphis Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Memphis Perceived Temperature (F)

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Memphis Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Memphis Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 55.1 38.8 27.6
Feb 60.3 44.2 32.7
Mar 72.1 54.7 42.3
Apr 77.6 61.2 48.8
May 84 69.8 58.9
Jun 93.3 80.1 68.7
Jul 94.2 81.5 70.3
Aug 95 81.6 70.1
Sep 85.7 72.3 61.5
Oct 76.4 61.6 49.5
Nov 69.2 53 39.9
Dec 54.7 39.4 29

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 12.8 3.8 -2.4
Feb 15.7 6.8 0.4
Mar 22.3 12.6 5.7
Apr 25.3 16.2 9.3
May 28.9 21 14.9
Jun 34.1 26.7 20.4
Jul 34.6 27.5 21.3
Aug 35 27.6 21.2
Sep 29.8 22.4 16.4
Oct 24.7 16.4 9.7
Nov 20.7 11.7 4.4
Dec 12.6 4.1 -1.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Memphis are November, January, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 7th.

When can you find snow in Memphis? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Memphis.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Memphis (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.4
Feb 5% 0 0.7
Mar 14% 0 1.9
Apr 13% 0 3.5
May 15% 0 2.1
Jun 21% 0 3.5
Jul 14% 0 2.7
Aug 13% 0 2.9
Sep 14% 0 3.6
Oct 8% 0 2.3
Nov 1% 0 0.1
Dec 3% 0 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 1
Feb 5 0 1.8
Mar 14 0 4.8
Apr 13 0 8.9
May 15 0 5.3
Jun 21 0 8.9
Jul 14 0 6.9
Aug 13 0 7.4
Sep 14 0 9.1
Oct 8 0 5.8
Nov 1 0 0.3
Dec 3 0 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Memphis has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is November (37.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (53.8%).

Wind in Memphis is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and June. April’s average wind speed of around 11.9 knots (13.7 MPH or 22 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 22.6 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Memphis.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.7 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Feb 9.6 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Mar 10.7 Gentle breeze 19.1 Significant breeze
Apr 11.9 Significant breeze 20.9 Strong breeze
May 9.6 Gentle breeze 18 Significant breeze
Jun 9.8 Gentle breeze 18.7 Strong breeze
Jul 7.5 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Aug 7 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Sep 6.9 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Oct 8.6 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Nov 7.7 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Dec 8.4 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 41.3%
Feb 41.2%
Mar 38.8%
Apr 39.2%
May 49.3%
Jun 47.7%
Jul 49.4%
Aug 48.2%
Sep 53.8%
Oct 46.6%
Nov 37.1%
Dec 42.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Memphis?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Memphis, TX, US is June, followed by July and December. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Memphis in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in January means 36.5% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Memphis Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 91.4°F (33°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Memphis, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.6°F (30.9°C) and 61.8°F (16.6°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Memphis to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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