Temperature in Tennessee in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Tennessee, the United States of America this August.

Tennessee, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 27°C (81°F) in Mountain City to 33°C (91°F) in Millington. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Millington and 16°C (61°F) in Mountain City. In August, it is summer. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Tennessee, the United States of America. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Tennessee, the United States of America in August?

To get a sense of August's typical temperatures in the key spots of Tennessee, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Tennessee in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Tennessee temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tennessee, the United States of America in August?

Gatlinburg averages a daytime high of 29°C (84°F) in August, which is high for Tennessee, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in Tennessee, the United States of America in August?

Gatlinburg sees nighttime lows close to 16°C (61°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in Tennessee, the United States of America?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Millington clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 33°C (91°F), and evenings that remain near 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in August in Tennessee, the United States of America?

For the month of August, Mountain City is the most temperate city in Tennessee, the United States of America based on our records. Highs average 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 16°C (61°F).

How much sun does Tennessee, the United States of America get in August?

Gatlinburg enjoys close to 277 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

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