Late winter · Weather & things to do
Memphis in February
Memphis warms up: highs climb to 52°F (11°C), from 48°F in January, with lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 59/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 52°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (123 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 59/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Cool days top out near 52°F (11°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 33°F (1°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 4.8 in (123 mm) across the month.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April and October & November.
- Comfort holds steady from January (57 → 59/100).
- February sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 52°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Memphis in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous
Basement restaurant since 1948 that made charcoal-broiled dry-rub ribs famous.
The Peabody Memphis
Grand 1925 hotel where ducks march to the lobby fountain at 11am and back at 5pm.
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.
Central BBQ
Local favorite for pulled pork, dry-rub ribs and smoked wings across from the museum.
Nearby in February
- Helena-West Helena in February~53 mi · highs 53°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Clarksdale in February~72 mi · highs 55°F, 5.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Franklin in February~187 mi · highs 49°F, 5.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Nashville in February~197 mi · highs 50°F, 5.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Memphis?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 59/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April and October & November. Expect highs of 52°F (11°C) and 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain. February is inside the Oct – Apr window our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends.
How cold is Memphis in February?
Average highs are 52°F (11°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Memphis in February?
Yes: about 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.5 in (1358 mm).
What should I pack for Memphis in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 52°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in February
- Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites Oct – Apr
Planning Memphis in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.