City in Tennessee

Current Local Time in Memphis

Current local time and time zone in Memphis, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 73°F now🕔 3:12 AM local📅 Best: August and October👥 630.000

Current local time in Memphis

3:12 AM
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now8:12 AM
Sunrise6:25 AM
Sunset7:40 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:25 AM
Sunset7:40 PM
Daylight13h 15m
Solar noon1:02 PM
Golden hour (am)6:25 AM - 7:25 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:40 PM - 7:40 PM
Blue hour (am)5:55 AM - 6:25 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:40 PM - 8:10 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 69%
Moonrise4:15 PM
Moonset1:05 AM

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Quick facts about Memphis

TypeCity
StateTennessee
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates35°8′58.2″N 90°2′56.4″W (35.1495, -90.049)
Population630.000
Known forGraceland, blues and barbecue
Local time3:12 AM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsAugust and October
ClimateContinental

Summary

Memphis is a city in Tennessee. Memphis is known for Graceland, blues and barbecue. It has a population of about 630.000.

Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Memphis with clear. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 71°F to 99°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Memphis 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 30°F.

The closest major airport is Nashville International Airport (BNA), about 201 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hot Springs National Park and Gateway Arch National Park.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 99°F is 9.5°F above the 89°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 Memphis today at 9.4/10. Gusts to 46 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.

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Coordinates: 35°8′58.2″N 90°2′56.4″W (35.1495, -90.049)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Memphis?

Memphis is a city in Tennessee. Its coordinates are 35.1495, -90.049. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Memphis right now?

It is currently 73°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Memphis?

August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Memphis, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Memphis in?

Memphis observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:12 AM.

How many people live in Memphis?

Memphis has a population of approximately 630.000.

What is the nearest airport to Memphis?

The closest airports are Nashville International Airport (BNA), 201 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Memphis?

Popular options include Hot Springs National Park and Gateway Arch National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 22, 2026 at 3:12 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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