Late summer · Weather & things to do
Memphis in August
Memphis's warmest month brings highs averaging 93°F (34°C), lows of 72°F (22°C) and about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 62/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 93°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (87 mm)
- Humidity
- 65%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 93°F (34°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 72°F (22°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.4 in (87 mm).
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are April and October & November.
- Comfort holds steady from July (61 → 62/100).
- Our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends Oct – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 93°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Memphis in August
Afternoons run hot (93°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous
Basement restaurant since 1948 that made charcoal-broiled dry-rub ribs famous.
Why now A break from 93°F afternoons.
National Civil Rights Museum
Museum built around the Lorraine Motel, where Dr. King was assassinated in 1968.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Sun Studio
Studio where Elvis, Johnny Cash and B.B. King recorded; tours end in the working room.
B.B. King's Blues Club
Beale Street's best-known club with live blues bands nightly.
Why now August scores 62/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Central BBQ
Local favorite for pulled pork, dry-rub ribs and smoked wings across from the museum.
Nearby in August
- Helena-West Helena in August~53 mi · highs 94°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Clarksdale in August~72 mi · highs 93°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Franklin in August~187 mi · highs 89°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Nashville in August~197 mi · highs 90°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover Beale Street & Downtown Memphis and South Main & the Riverfront.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Memphis in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Memphis?
It's middling, scoring 62/100. The best months are April and October & November, at up to 87. Expect highs of 93°F (34°C) and 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain. Our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends Oct – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Memphis in August?
Average highs are 93°F (34°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Memphis in August?
Some: about 3.4 in (87 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.5 in (1358 mm).
What should I pack for Memphis in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 93°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Memphis in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.