Memphis Weather in March 2026: what to expect (4.6/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in March

Spring marks the start of the good season in Memphis. Temperatures rise (18.0°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 40.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

March ranks 9 out of 12 months in Memphis. Compared to February: +5°C daytime, +0.7h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index

5 · moderate

protect during midday hours

Feels like

dry air

6°

Daylight

11.7h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 29

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Is March the right month?

The best month in Memphis is May (8.3/10), 3.7 pts higher than March.

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Context

Our verdict

Memphis, in Tennessee: 630,000 inhabitants, cradle of the blues (Beale Street), of rock'n'roll (Sun Studio where Elvis Presley recorded his first record in 1954), and of soul (Stax Records). Also sadly famous for the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. at the Lorraine Motel on 4 April 1968.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.

Country · United States

🗣️LanguageEnglish

💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJuly · 33°C

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 10°C

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 43%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August

☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round

🚇Public transportGood

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Location

Where is Memphis ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

United States

Temperate climate with a 8.3 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

35.15°N · 90.05°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Memphis?

October is the best month with 24.0°C highs, 13.0°C lows, 7.9h of sunshine and 22.0% rainy days. The months of October & May offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Memphis get in October?

Memphis averages 7.9 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.

What is the rainiest month in Memphis?

January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Memphis in October?

In October, overnight lows reach 13.0°C, while afternoon highs average 24.0°C.

Is Memphis good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Memphis scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.8/10.

When should you avoid Memphis?

January is the most difficult month to visit Memphis, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Do you need sun protection in Memphis in March?

The average UV index reaches 5 in March in Memphis (moderate), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.