Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Memphis in September
Memphis sees its driest month, with just 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain, highs of 87°F (30°C) and lows of 64°F (18°C).
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 65%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What September feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 87°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (81 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and October & November).
- Comfort improves from 62/100 in August to 78/100.
- Our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends Oct – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 64°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Memphis in September
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Graceland
Elvis Presley's mansion, cars and planes, with an exhibit complex across the street.
Why now September scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
Spicy, crackly fried chicken in a casual downtown dining room.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Rebuilt Stax Records site with Isaac Hayes' gold Cadillac and Soul Train dance floor.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
B.B. King's Blues Club
Beale Street's best-known club with live blues bands nightly.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous
Basement restaurant since 1948 that made charcoal-broiled dry-rub ribs famous.
Nearby in September
- Helena-West Helena in September~53 mi · highs 88°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Clarksdale in September~72 mi · highs 88°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Franklin in September~187 mi · highs 84°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Nashville in September~197 mi · highs 84°F, 3.6 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Memphis?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 87 in April and October & November. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. Our Arkansas Delta Blues & Bites route recommends Oct – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Memphis in September?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Memphis in September?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.5 in (1358 mm).
What should I pack for Memphis in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 64°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Planning Memphis in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.