The climate in Memphis during August can be summarized as hot, humid and a little damp.
August is in the summer in Memphis and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 33°C (91°F), whilst at night 21°C (70°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 32.7°C 90.8°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 21.4°C 70.4°F |
| Average temperature | 27°C 80.6°F |
| Daily sunshine | 10.6 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 81 mm 3.2 ins |
| Rainy days | 8 days |
| Sea temperature | 25.1°C 77.1°F |
| Humidity | 70% |
| Windspeed | 11.5kph 7 mph |
On average August is the 2nd driest month of the year in Memphis with around 81mm 3.2 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.6 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Memphis in August 2025.
Best places to visit in August
| Hottest month: | July | 33.2°C 91.8°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 73mm 2.9ins |
| Sunniest month: | June | 11.4hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 8.8°C 47.8°F |
| Wettest month: | April | 141mm 5.6ins |