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Nashville in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Nashville in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Nashville in August 2024

Good Weather
Hot
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Cloudy
Weather for Nashville in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +90°F during the day, and approximately 8 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 116 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Nashville;

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+106°F
Max.
116 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nashville has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Nashville in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Nashville for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +63°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +88°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +90°F.

Is Nashville warm or cold in August?

Nashville 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 +72°F to +70°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 Nashville, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Nashville in August

Nashville weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+90°F+90°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+54°F+50°F+39°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+106°F+100°F
Rainfall
136 mm116 mm112 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
70%69%69%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
6810
Cloudy days
141413
Rainy days
1197
Snowy days
000

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 136 mm to 116 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 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

Wind speed in Nashville in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Nashville is gradually decreasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Nashville based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 55% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 76 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 23 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Nashville wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 91 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Nashville?

This is the weather in Nashville in August 2023:
1 August
🌫️
+87°F
2 August
🌫️
+93°F
3 August
🌫️
+93°F
4 August
🌫️
+89°F
5 August
☀️
+85°F
6 August
☀️
+90°F
7 August
☀️
+91°F
8 August
☀️
+89°F
9 August
☀️
+92°F
10 August
🌧️
+86°F
11 August
🌧️
+87°F
12 August
☀️
+84°F
13 August
☀️
+87°F
14 August
☀️
+91°F
15 August
☁️
+87°F
16 August
☀️
+84°F
17 August
☀️
+85°F
18 August
☀️
+87°F
19 August
☀️
+88°F
20 August
☁️
+81°F
21 August
☀️
+85°F
22 August
☁️
+87°F
23 August
☀️
+88°F
24 August
☀️
+91°F
25 August
☁️
+89°F
26 August
☀️
+88°F
27 August
☀️
+92°F
28 August
☀️
+93°F
29 August
☀️
+91°F
30 August
🌧️
+86°F
31 August
☀️
+89°F
In August 2023 Nashville had 20 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Nashville climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Nashville in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2004 (+85°F) and the highest in 2007 (+101°F). The driest year was 1983 with only 18 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 426 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nashville in August:

Is August a good time to visit Nashville?

August is a really good time to go to Nashville. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Nashville.

Can you sunbathe in Nashville in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Nashville. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Nashville rainy in August?

Nashville 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 Nashville in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Nashville in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in USA

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Monthly weather in Nashville

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Nashville, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.