Climate of Tennessee, USA
Area-weighted average across Tennessee. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tennessee, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 2.2°C / 36°F in January to 24.9°C / 76.8°F in July, with rainfall from 85 mm / 3.3 in to 141 mm / 5.6 in depending on the season (1362 mm / 53.6 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.2°C36°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| February | 4.4°C39.9°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| March | 9.2°C48.6°F | 141 mm5.6″ | — |
| April | 13.9°C57°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| May | 18.4°C65.1°F | 130 mm5.1″ | — |
| June | 22.7°C72.9°F | 106 mm4.2″ | — |
| July | 24.9°C76.8°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| August | 24.2°C75.6°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| September | 20.9°C69.6°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| October | 14.7°C58.5°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| November | 9.1°C48.4°F | 119 mm4.7″ | — |
| December | 4.5°C40.1°F | 130 mm5.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tennessee?
Tennessee, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 24.9°C / 76.8°F, and the driest is October at 85 mm / 3.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Tennessee?
Tennessee, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 2.2°C / 36°F in January to 24.9°C / 76.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1362 mm / 53.6 in, with the wettest month being March (141 mm / 5.6 in) and the driest October (85 mm / 3.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tennessee?
The hottest month in Tennessee is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.9°C / 76.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Tennessee?
The coldest month in Tennessee is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 2.2°C / 36°F.
When does it rain most in Tennessee?
The wettest month in Tennessee is March, averaging about 141 mm / 5.6 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 85 mm / 3.3 in.