The best times to visit Tennessee for ideal weather are

April 16th to June 10th

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

 

 


Other Tennessee Travel Info

Weather in Tennessee

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tennessee vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Tennessee, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 89.4°F (31.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.6°F (20.3°C) at night.

Tennessee Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tennessee 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.

Tennessee Perceived Temperature (F)

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Tennessee Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tennessee 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 47.1 36.2 27.3
Feb 49.3 37.9 28.8
Mar 61.6 49.3 38.9
Apr 72.1 59.4 47.8
May 79.8 67.9 57
Jun 87.3 75.8 65.5
Jul 88 76.9 67.5
Aug 88.2 76.4 66.5
Sep 82.5 70.4 60.5
Oct 71.6 58.9 48.3
Nov 60 47.6 37.2
Dec 53.4 43.3 35.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.4 2.3 -2.6
Feb 9.6 3.3 -1.8
Mar 16.4 9.6 3.8
Apr 22.3 15.2 8.8
May 26.6 19.9 13.9
Jun 30.7 24.3 18.6
Jul 31.1 24.9 19.7
Aug 31.2 24.7 19.2
Sep 28.1 21.3 15.8
Oct 22 14.9 9.1
Nov 15.6 8.7 2.9
Dec 11.9 6.3 1.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tennessee are August, September, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late August to early September. For example, on the week of August 27th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of March 26th.

When can you find snow in Tennessee? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Tennessee is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Tennessee.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tennessee (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 15% 1.8 2.9
Feb 15% 1.6 2.1
Mar 17% 1.4 3
Apr 17% 0 3.4
May 15% 0 3.1
Jun 14% 0 2.4
Jul 17% 0 3.4
Aug 11% 0 2
Sep 11% 0 2.3
Oct 13% 0 2.5
Nov 13% 1.4 2.4
Dec 18% 1.6 3.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 15 4.6 7.4
Feb 15 4.1 5.3
Mar 17 3.6 7.6
Apr 17 0 8.6
May 15 0 7.9
Jun 14 0 6.1
Jul 17 0 8.6
Aug 11 0 5.1
Sep 11 0 5.8
Oct 13 0 6.4
Nov 13 3.6 6.1
Dec 18 4.1 8.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Tennessee has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (52.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67.9%).

Wind in Tennessee is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 5.8 knots (6.7 MPH or 10.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 13.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 5.4 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Feb 5.8 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Mar 5.5 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Apr 5.5 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
May 4.2 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Jun 3.7 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.3 Barely noticeable 9.7 Significant breeze
Aug 2.9 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 3 Barely noticeable 8.7 Significant breeze
Oct 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Dec 4.8 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 58.4%
Feb 55.4%
Mar 56.3%
Apr 52.7%
May 59.6%
Jun 61.8%
Jul 65.5%
Aug 64.9%
Sep 64.9%
Oct 62.9%
Nov 58.1%
Dec 67.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tennessee?

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 Tennessee, United States is March, followed by July and June. 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 Tennessee in November. 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 60.6 in November means 60.6% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Tennessee Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.1°F (28.9°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the 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 moderate precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Tennessee, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.3°F (30.2°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 4 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Tennessee to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 53.9°F (12.2°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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