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The best time to visit Nashville
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best times to visit Nashville are April to May and September to October, when the weather is warm but not oppressive and the city's outdoor patios and venues are at their best. June brings CMA Fest and peak prices, July and August are hot and humid, and winter is quieter and cheaper apart from the holidays.
Key facts
- Best months
- April–May and September–October
- Shoulder season
- March, June and November
- Warmest month
- July (avg high 32°C (90°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 9°C (48°F))
- Rainiest month
- March (~12 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- January–February
Seasons
Nashville has a humid subtropical climate: hot, humid summers with thunderstorms, mild springs and autumns, and cool winters with occasional snow or ice. Rain is spread through the year.
March–May
Spring
Mild and green with blossoms and tulips; severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado warnings are possible.
June–August
Summer
Hot and humid with CMA Fest, Fourth of July fireworks and afternoon thunderstorms.
September–November
Autumn
Warm September, crisp October and cooler November with autumn colour; weekends are busy.
December–February
Winter
Cold with occasional snow and ice, holiday lights and lower prices outside New Year.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | -2°C | 11 | 10 h | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| February | 12°C | 0°C | 11 | 10.8 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| March | 17°C | 4°C | 12 | 11.9 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| April | 22°C | 9°C | 11 | 13.1 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| May | 26°C | 14°C | 12 | 14.1 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| June | 30°C | 19°C | 11 | 14.6 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| July | 32°C | 21°C | 10 | 14.4 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| August | 32°C | 20°C | 9 | 13.5 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| September | 28°C | 16°C | 8 | 12.4 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| October | 23°C | 10°C | 8 | 11.2 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| November | 16°C | 4°C | 9 | 10.2 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| December | 11°C | 1°C | 11 | 9.7 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| March | St Patrick's Day events on Broadway (around 17 March) |
| April | Rock 'n' Roll Nashville marathon (usually April); Cheekwood in Bloom (usually spring) |
| May | Iroquois Steeplechase (usually May) |
| June | CMA Fest country-music festival (usually early to mid-June); Nashville Pride (usually June) |
| July | Fourth of July concert and fireworks on the riverfront (4 July) |
| August | Tomato Art Fest in East Nashville (usually August) |
| September | Tennessee State Fair (usually September) |
| November | Country Music Association Awards (usually November); Christmas at Gaylord Opryland (usually mid-November to early January) |
| December | Holiday lights at Cheekwood (usually December); New Year's Eve concert and fireworks downtown (31 December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in January–February, and the sights are quietest in January.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | 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 |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Nashville?
The best times to visit Nashville are April to May and September to October, when the weather is warm but not oppressive and the city's outdoor patios and venues are at their best. June brings CMA Fest and peak prices, July and August are hot and humid, and winter is quieter and cheaper apart from the holidays.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Nashville?
Usually in January–February. Cold and damp with occasional snow or ice; quiet and good for museums.
+What is the rainiest month in Nashville?
March, with about 12 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Nashville get?
The warmest month, July, averages highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F).