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Memphis, United States · Temperate

Memphis in July: go or not?

Mixed period. Memphis in July: 5.1/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 35.15°N · 90.05°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Memphis · July
5.1
24–33°
Temperature
40%
Rain
10h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Joshua J. Cotten via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in July

In the height of summer, Memphis sees high temperatures (33.0°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Expect rain on 40.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

July ranks 8 out of 12 months in Memphis. Compared to June: +4°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Daylight
14.1h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 41
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Is July the right month?

The best month in Memphis is May (8.3/10), 3.2 pts higher than July.

See May →See all 12 months →
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.

Read Gilles' full review →

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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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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 · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 50°F
🌧️Rainiest month May · 43%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
Indoor sights Year-round
🚇Public transportGood
Location

Where is Memphis ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 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 75°F highs, 55°F 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 55°F, while afternoon highs average 75°F.
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 July?
The average UV index reaches 7 in July in Memphis (high), with about 14.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.