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Nashville in July
Nashville warms up: highs climb to 89°F (32°C), from 85°F in June, with lows of 70°F (21°C) and about 4.9 in (124 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 60/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 4.9 in (124 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 89°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 70°F (21°C).
Expect regular rain: about 4.9 in (124 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are April and September & October.
- Comfort slips from 70/100 in June to 60/100.
- Our Nashville & Franklin route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes89°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Nashville in July
Afternoons run hot (89°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Robert's Western World
Classic Broadway honky-tonk with traditional country bands, cold beer and a fried bologna sandwich.
Why now A break from 89°F afternoons.
Lower Broadway
Strip of neon-lit honky-tonks with live bands playing from late morning until late at night, no cover at most bars.
Cheekwood Holiday LIGHTS
Cheekwood's botanical garden and 1930s mansion lit with about a million lights on a mile-long winter walk.
Why now July scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Loveless Cafe
Roadside cafe at the start of the Natchez Trace, serving biscuits, country ham and fried chicken since 1951.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Belmont Mansion
1850s Italianate villa on the Belmont University campus, decorated in period style for the Christmas season.
Nearby in July
- Franklin in July~17 mi · highs 89°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bardstown in July~135 mi · highs 86°F, 4.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Louisville in July~155 mi · highs 86°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Knoxville in July~160 mi · highs 89°F, 5.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
These averages also cover Downtown Nashville, East Nashville, Lower Broadway and The Gulch.
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.
Nashville in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Nashville?
It's middling, scoring 60/100. The best months are April and September & October, at up to 86. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 4.9 in (124 mm) of rain.
How hot is Nashville in July?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nashville in July?
Yes: about 4.9 in (124 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.1 in (1350 mm).
What should I pack for Nashville in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (89°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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