The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Nashville. Temperatures rise (79°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (8.5/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 2 out of 12 months in Nashville. Compared to April: +9°F daytime, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
15°
Daylight
13.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 32
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Nashville is September (8.5/10), 0.2 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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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 · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 48°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 38%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Nashville ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate climate with a 8.5 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
36.16°N · 86.78°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nashville?
September is the best month with 84°F highs, 66°F lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 26.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Nashville get in September?
Nashville averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Nashville?
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 Nashville in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 66°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Nashville good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Nashville scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 7.9/10.
When should you avoid Nashville?
January is the most difficult month to visit Nashville, 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 Nashville in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Nashville (high), with about 13.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.