Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High31.3°C
Low-0.7°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
United States Nashville, United States
The climate in Nashville is continental, with annual average temperatures spanning 8°C / 46°F during January up to 31°C / 88°F in July.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 116 mm / 4.6 inches monthly, peaking in April (130 mm / 5.1 inches) and reaching its lowest in October (93 mm / 3.7 inches).
Sun intensity varies throughout the year, with UV levels reaching 8 in June and falling to 3 in December; strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
The longest days occur in June with around 14.6 hours of daylight, while December has the shortest days at about 9.7 hours.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Nashville.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
130 mm
April carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (6.3)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto15 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
10 km/h
April is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
70 %to75 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Nashville, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Nashville compares
See how it ranks against the rest of United States for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in United States
#12 / 20
COOLEST (AVG)
in United States
#9 / 20
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in United States
#2 / 20
WINDIEST (AVG)
in United States
#13 / 20
HIGHEST UV
in United States
#14 / 20
MOST HUMID
in United States
#13 / 20
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Nashville, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Nashville feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 21°C (70°F), with nights near 11°C (52°F). Overall it feels mild by day and cool after dark. You may notice some humidity at times. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Nashville for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Nashville?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 8), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Nashville a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 10 km/h (6 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 58 km/h (36 mph). Overall it is it can feel quite windy at times, particularly when weather systems move through.
How much daylight does Nashville get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.