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Tennessee Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tennessee, the United States of America in February.

Considering a trip to Tennessee, the United States of America this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Tennessee in February

Tennessee, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. February in Tennessee generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Mountain City to 11°C (52°F) in Chattanooga. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Chattanooga and -4°C (25°F) in Mountain City.

For a closer look at conditions across Tennessee, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Mountain City with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to high snow/rainfall in Dickson with 105 mm (4.1 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Gatlinburg, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Gatlinburg gets around 147 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Tennessee by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tennessee — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gatlinburg)

Best Places to Visit in Tennessee in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tennessee.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tennessee

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Tennessee, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Tennessee (February)

Precipitation variation in Tennessee (February)

Gatlinburg

In February Gatlinburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
147 hours
209 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Pigeon Forge

In February Pigeon Forge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
147 hours
209 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Sevierville

In February Sevierville generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
147 hours
209 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Memphis

In February Memphis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
177 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Jackson

In February Jackson generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tennessee, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in the United States of America dropped to -39°C (-38°F) in Fargo on February 2, 1996.
  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in the United States of America was -33°C (-27°F) in Bismarck on February 1, 1996.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tennessee in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gatlinburg 9°C (48°F) -3°C (27°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Pigeon Forge 10°C (50°F) -2°C (28°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Sevierville 10°C (50°F) -2°C (28°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Memphis 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Jackson 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Germantown 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Tennessee weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tennessee, the United States of America in February?

In February, Tennessee, the United States of America generally has poor weather conditions. Gatlinburg sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in Tennessee, the United States of America in February?

In Gatlinburg, the average daytime high in February is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -3°C (27°F).

Does Tennessee, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tennessee, the United States of America during February, with Gatlinburg averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Tennessee, the United States of America?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Tennessee, the United States of America with often poor weather in Gatlinburg.

Generally speaking, October provides perfect weather in Gatlinburg. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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