🇺🇸 Nashville vs San Francisco 🇺🇸

Nashville, United States vs San Francisco, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Nashville is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. San Francisco is drier, with roughly 136 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Nashville🇺🇸 San Francisco
Avg annual high21°C19°C
Hottest monthJuly (32°C)September (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-1°C low)January (8°C low)
Rainy days / year20064
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberJune, July, August

🇺🇸 Nashville

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (-1°C).

🇺🇸 San Francisco

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in September (24°C), coldest lows in January (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Nashville or San Francisco warmer?

Nashville is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Nashville or San Francisco?

Nashville is rainier — San Francisco sees about 136 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Nashville vs San Francisco?

Nashville is best around April, September, October; San Francisco is best around June, July, August.

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