Weather in Memphis
What's the weather like in Memphis?
Memphis has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 10°C (50°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in July, with overnight lows around 1°C (34°F) and 23°C (74°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Memphis are April through May, and October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 35.150, -90.049
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 34°F | 106 mm | 9 | — |
| February | 12°C / 54°F | 3°C / 37°F | 150 mm | 12 | — |
| March | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 174 mm | 13 | — |
| April | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 52°F | 131 mm | 11 | — |
| May | 27°C / 80°F | 17°C / 62°F | 106 mm | 12 | — |
| June | 31°C / 87°F | 21°C / 70°F | 102 mm | 11 | — |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 23°C / 74°F | 92 mm | 12 | — |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 73°F | 98 mm | 12 | — |
| September | 30°C / 85°F | 20°C / 67°F | 59 mm | 7 | — |
| October | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 100 mm | 9 | — |
| November | 16°C / 61°F | 7°C / 44°F | 92 mm | 9 | — |
| December | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 40°F | 136 mm | 11 | — |
Memphis by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Memphis?
The most comfortable months in Memphis are usually April, October, November, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Memphis?
July is typically the hottest month in Memphis, averaging a high of 32°C (90°F).
What is the coldest month in Memphis?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 1°C (34°F).
Does it snow in Memphis?
Snow is rare in Memphis; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
Live forecast, sunrise/sunset, and more.