Memphis Weather Forecast
Memphis weather: 62°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Memphis 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 | 45° | 30° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 57° | 38° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 68° | 49° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 75° | 58° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 80° | 64° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 71° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 90° | 75° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 90° | 73° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 87° | 69° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 76° | 57° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 48° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 54° | 39° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Memphis
Go in August, September 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.
Recent extremes in Memphis
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Memphis compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Memphis.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 130 mi | 65°F | about the same | 47 in |
| Hot Springs National Park | 175 mi | 64°F | about the same | 47 in |
| ZIP Code 37203 | 196 mi | 62°F | 35°F cooler | 59 in |
| Nashville | 196 mi | 62°F | 34°F cooler | 58 in |
| Davidson County | 196 mi | 62°F | 34°F cooler | 58 in |
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.
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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 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 56% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Memphis?
August, September 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 11:57 PM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 25, 2026 at 11:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
