Planning a trip to Memphis in August? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +90°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 13 rainy days and 70 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Memphis;
Average weather
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+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+52°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
70 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Memphis has good weather in August.
Average temperature in Memphis in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Memphis for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +100°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +91°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +82°F.
Is Memphis warm or cold in August?
Memphis is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +90°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +73°F to +72°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is the hottest month in Memphis, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Memphis in August
Memphis weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+90°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+59°F
+52°F
+43°F
Max. temperature
+104°F
+104°F
+100°F
Rainfall
86 mm
70 mm
72 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
73%
72%
71%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
6
8
11
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
14
13
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +90°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 86 mm to 70 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 6 to 8.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Memphis in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Memphis is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Memphis based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 70 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 40 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during August, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Memphis wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 121 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 42% chance of precipitation and 70 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Memphis?
This is the weather in Memphis in August 2023:
1 August
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+89°F
2 August
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+93°F
3 August
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+93°F
4 August
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+91°F
5 August
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+97°F
6 August
☀️
+91°F
7 August
☀️
+89°F
8 August
☁️
+83°F
9 August
☁️
+82°F
10 August
🌧️
+80°F
11 August
🌫️
+94°F
12 August
☁️
+90°F
13 August
☁️
+91°F
14 August
☀️
+93°F
15 August
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+83°F
16 August
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+83°F
17 August
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+87°F
18 August
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+90°F
19 August
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+93°F
20 August
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+96°F
21 August
☀️
+97°F
22 August
☀️
+96°F
23 August
☀️
+97°F
24 August
☁️
+98°F
25 August
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+100°F
26 August
☀️
+100°F
27 August
🌧️
+93°F
28 August
☁️
+87°F
29 August
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+85°F
30 August
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+87°F
31 August
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+82°F
In August 2023 Memphis had 16 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +100°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Memphis climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Memphis in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+69°F) and the highest in 2012 (+75°F). The driest year was 2012 with only 717 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1545 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Memphis in August:
Is August a good time to visit Memphis?
August is a really good time to go to Memphis. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Memphis.
Can you sunbathe in Memphis in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Memphis. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Memphis rainy in August?
Memphis is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Memphis in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Memphis in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Memphis, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.