Month guide · Memphis · United States
Memphis in February
What February is really like in Memphis: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
February is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 13°C (55°F), lows of 2°C (36°F), about 10 rainy days and roughly 10.9 hours of daylight. Chilly and quiet, with low hotel prices and uncrowded museums.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 13°C (55°F) / 2°C (36°F)
- Rainy days
- About 10
- Daylight
- About 10.9 hours
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Memphis: days average 13°C (55°F) against a yearly average high of 23°C (73°F), and nights fall to about 2°C (36°F). Rain falls on roughly 10 of its 28 days. Compared with January (10°C (50°F)), February is warmer; by March highs climb to around 18°C (64°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:46
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:42
- Daylight
- About 10.9 hours
Winter (December–February). Cool and damp with occasional ice, Elvis's birthday celebration, the International Blues Challenge and low prices.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 1 for crowds (the peak is May at 4) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in May). That makes February one of the better-value months to book.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in Memphis, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Gallery · East Memphis
Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Set in a former private estate, the Dixon displays French and American Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, including works by Monet, Renoir and Degas, plus a large collection of decorative porcelain.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Couples
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
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Landmark · Pinch District
Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
Take the lift to The Lookout at sunset for the best river view in the city.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Kids
- Shopping
- Rainy day
Museum · Midtown
Children's Museum of Memphis
Hands-on exhibits for younger children include a pretend city, a cockpit and play areas, and the museum also houses a restored 1909 Dentzel carousel.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Historic site · Whitehaven
Graceland
Start with the mansion tour early in the day, then explore the exhibition complex; allow at least four hours in total.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- History
What to pack
For highs near 13°C, lows near 2°C and 10 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Memphis?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, April–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Memphis in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Memphis?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Chilly and quiet, with low hotel prices and uncrowded museums.
+How warm is Memphis in February?
Average highs are around 13°C (55°F) and lows around 2°C (36°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Memphis in February?
Expect rain on about 10 days of the month.