Month guide · Memphis · United States
Memphis in November
What November is really like in Memphis: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
November is one of the best months to visit Memphis. Expect average highs of 17°C (63°F), lows of 6°C (43°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 10.3 hours of daylight. Cool and pleasant, with autumn colour in Overton Park and fewer crowds.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 17°C (63°F) / 6°C (43°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 10.3 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in November
November is the 9th-warmest month in Memphis: days average 17°C (63°F) against a yearly average high of 23°C (73°F), and nights fall to about 6°C (43°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 30 days. Compared with October (24°C (75°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 11°C (52°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:36
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 16:55
- Daylight
- About 10.3 hours
Autumn (September–November). Warm September gives way to dry, comfortable October and November days, with neighbourhood festivals.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 2 for crowds (the peak is May at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in May). That makes November one of the better-value months to book.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Memphis, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Downtown and Beale Street
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
Use the audio guide to listen to the full tracks; it is a good primer before Sun Studio and Stax.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Rainy day
Museum · South Main Arts District
Blues Hall of Fame Museum
Run by the Blues Foundation, this museum honours inductees of the Blues Hall of Fame with galleries of instruments, records, stage clothing and interactive displays, a block from the National Civil Rights Museum.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Gallery · East Memphis
Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Leave time to walk the gardens, especially in spring when azaleas and dogwoods are in bloom.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Couples
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
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
What to pack
For highs near 17°C, lows near 6°C and 9 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Memphis?
One of the best months to visit Memphis. The other best months are April–May and October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Memphis?
It is one of the best months to visit Memphis. Cool and pleasant, with autumn colour in Overton Park and fewer crowds.
+How warm is Memphis in November?
Average highs are around 17°C (63°F) and lows around 6°C (43°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Memphis in November?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.