Tennessee weather in May
Considering a trip to Tennessee this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Tennessee in May?
Tennessee is a region in the United States of America. May in Tennessee generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C in Mountain City to 27°C in Millington. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Millington and 10°C in Mountain City.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dandridge with an average of 74 mm to heavy rainfall in Brownsville with 187 mm. Meanwhile, Gatlinburg enjoys close to 289 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Tennessee for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Tennessee climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Tennessee?
Gatlinburg
In May Gatlinburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Pigeon Forge
In May Pigeon Forge generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Sevierville
In May Sevierville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Memphis
In May Memphis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Jackson
In May Jackson generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Tennessee, in the United States of America.
Is May the best time to visit Tennessee?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Gatlinburg, May might be a good time to visit Tennessee.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in October offering mostly perfect weather in Gatlinburg. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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