Memphis (TN) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Memphis experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very warm days
to cold weather.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Memphis is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -0°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Memphis has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1400 mm of rain/snowfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. May brings wetter days averaging 163 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 rainy days. In contrast, August experiences a drier climate, with about 85 mm of rainfall spread across 11 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Memphis. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Memphis.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 71%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 63%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s and 4 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in August and highest during February, March and April.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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The best time of year to visit Memphis in the United States of America
During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 163 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 85 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 326 hours of sunshine.
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