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Tennessee Weather in July

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

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Considering a trip to Tennessee, the United States of America this July 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 July

Tennessee, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Tennessee generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During July, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Mountain City at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Millington at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Millington and 16°C (61°F) in Mountain City. On average, July is the warmest month of the year in Tennessee, the United States of America. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For specific regional insights in Tennessee, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Brownsville with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Harriman with 176 mm (6.9 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Gatlinburg.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Gatlinburg sees close to 288 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March16°C (61°F) April21°C (70°F) May24°C (75°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September26°C (79°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December11°C (52°F)
Best Time to Visit Tennessee →

Best Places to Visit in Tennessee in July

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Tennessee, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Tennessee (July)

Precipitation variation in Tennessee (July)

Gatlinburg

In July Gatlinburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
288 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gatlinburg →

Pigeon Forge

In July Pigeon Forge generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
288 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Pigeon Forge →

Sevierville

In July Sevierville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
288 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sevierville →

Memphis

In July Memphis generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
321 hours
326 hours
307 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Memphis →

Jackson

In July Jackson generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Jackson →

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 July extremes

Notable July 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.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gatlinburg 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Pigeon Forge 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Sevierville 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Memphis 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Jackson 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Germantown 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

Tennessee weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

In July, Tennessee, the United States of America generally has pleasant weather conditions. Gatlinburg sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Gatlinburg peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in July, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

Does Tennessee, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

Rainfall in Tennessee, the United States of America peaks during July. Gatlinburg averages roughly 165 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Gatlinburg, July might be a good time to visit Tennessee, the United States of America.

On average, the best time to visit Tennessee, the United States of America is in October with generally perfect weather in Gatlinburg. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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