Nashville Population (2026)
Population of Nashville with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Nashville
Nashville ranks #1 by population among 3 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Nashville
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Tennessee |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°9′45.7″N 86°46′53.8″W (36.1627, -86.7816) |
| Population | 690.000 |
| Known for | Country music and honky-tonks |
| Local time | 12:05 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Population by airport in Nashville
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Population by zip / postal code in Nashville
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Population by area code in Nashville
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Nashville is a city in Tennessee. Nashville is known for Country music and honky-tonks. It has a population of about 690.000.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Nashville with partly cloudy. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 69°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Nashville 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 Mammoth Cave National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is 3.2°F above the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Nashville 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.
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Coordinates: 36°9′45.7″N 86°46′53.8″W (36.1627, -86.7816)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nashville?
Nashville is a city in Tennessee. Its coordinates are 36.1627, -86.7816. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Nashville right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 91% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nashville?
August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Nashville, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nashville in?
Nashville observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 12:05 PM.
How many people live in Nashville?
Nashville has a population of approximately 690.000.
What is the nearest airport to Nashville?
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 Nashville?
Popular options include Mammoth Cave National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
What places are in Nashville?
Nashville covers 3 places in this atlas, including Nashville International Airport, ZIP Code 37203 and Area Code 615.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 12:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
