Best Time to Visit Tennessee
Best time to visit Tennessee: August and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Tennessee
Go in August and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Tennessee month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 27° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 56° | 35° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 67° | 46° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 74° | 54° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 78° | 61° | 8,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 68° | 6,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 90° | 73° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 70° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 86° | 67° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 75° | 55° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 63° | 44° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 52° | 36° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Tennessee compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Tennessee.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Cave National Park | 80 mi | 59°F | 35°F cooler | 52 in |
| Cumberland Falls State Resort Park | 143 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 50 in |
| Louisville | 155 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 49 in |
| Kentucky | 176 mi | 57°F | 37°F cooler | 49 in |
| Georgia (US) | 215 mi | 63°F | +33°F warmer | 49 in |
Best time to visit each national park in Tennessee
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each city in Tennessee
3 cities mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each county in Tennessee
1 counties mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 65°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Tennessee is a state in United States. Tennessee is a US state with its capital at Nashville. It has a population of about 7.1 million. The capital is Nashville.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Tennessee with partly cloudy. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 49°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Tennessee is August and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 27°F.
The closest major airport is Nashville International Airport (BNA), about 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Mammoth Cave National Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 76°F is in line with the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Tennessee today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Tennessee right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:00 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 76° / 63°
Heavy drizzle · 35% rain · wind 10 mph
🌧️ 64° / 59°
Showers · 68% rain · wind 10 mph
Things to do in Tennessee
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Tennessee.
Quick facts about Tennessee
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°9′45.7″N 86°46′53.8″W (36.1627, -86.7816) |
| Capital | Nashville |
| Population | 7.130.000 |
| Area | 42.144 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | TN |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 2:00 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tennessee?
Tennessee is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 36.1627, -86.7816. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Tennessee right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 88% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Tennessee?
August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Tennessee, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tennessee in?
Tennessee observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 2:00 PM.
How many people live in Tennessee?
Tennessee has a population of approximately 7.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Tennessee?
The closest airports are Nashville International Airport (BNA), 6 mi away and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 219 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Tennessee?
Popular options include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Mammoth Cave National Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
What places are in Tennessee?
Tennessee covers 5 places in this atlas, including Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, Memphis, Nashville and Davidson County.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
