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Best time to visit Nashville: month by month
Short answer
April to June and September to October are the best months, with highs of about 21–31°C and the most pleasant weather for walking. July and August are hot and humid (about 30–32°C), and CMA Fest in June fills hotels. Winter is mild but grey, with highs of 10–13°C and some ice.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10°C | 1°C | 11 | low |
| Feb | 12°C | 2°C | 12 | low |
| Mar | 17°C | 6°C | 11 | medium |
| Apr | 21°C | 9°C | 12 | high |
| May | 26°C | 15°C | 12 | high |
| Jun | 31°C | 19°C | 11 | very high |
| Jul | 32°C | 22°C | 19 | high |
| Aug | 30°C | 21°C | 17 | medium |
| Sep | 27°C | 17°C | 10 | high |
| Oct | 23°C | 12°C | 9 | high |
| Nov | 16°C | 5°C | 8 | medium |
| Dec | 13°C | 4°C | 11 | high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 17°C in March to 26°C in May, with 11–12 rainy days a month and occasional severe storms.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Hot and humid, with highs of 30–32°C and lows of 19–22°C; July has the most rainy days (about 19), often thunderstorms.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Highs fall from about 27°C in September to 16°C in November; the driest months and pleasant for outdoor music.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cool, with highs of 10–13°C and lows of 1–4°C, sometimes ice; quiet midweek and the cheapest hotels.
Events worth planning around
- CMA Fest — June
- Fourth of July fireworks and concert downtown — 4 July
- Tomato Art Festival in East Nashville — August
- New Year's Eve concert and Music Note drop downtown — 31 December
When to avoid
If you want lower prices, avoid CMA Fest week in June and big-event weekends. July and August are hot and humid for walking around downtown.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Nashville?
April to June and September to October, with highs of about 21–31°C.
When is CMA Fest?
In June, usually for four days. Hotels fill up and prices rise.
Is Nashville cheaper in winter?
Yes, January and February are usually the cheapest months, especially midweek.