Walking Weather in Memphis, Tennessee
In Memphis, the morning is usually your friend — head out before the heat builds and the day is yours. The easiest months are April, May, October, and November. Through July and August, take it early and let the hot afternoons go.
When to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 51°F with lows around 32°F — watch for ice and bundle up. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 52–73°F at about 64% humidity — usually Memphis's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 92°F and 68% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 49–73°F at about 64% humidity — often the best stretch of the year for an unhurried walk.
The months people ask about
The easy months to plan around, and the ones worth timing carefully in Memphis.
Walking the dog in Memphis
- •Hot and humid conditions make summer dog walking risky — early mornings only
- •Shelby Farms has an off-leash dog park with a lake for swimming
- •Mosquitoes are heavy near the river from May through October
In a Memphis summer the ground can get hot enough to burn paws. Walk Window's Dog Walker mode watches the ground as well as the air and tells you when to wait. More on keeping your dog safe in Memphis →
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Memphis?
The most comfortable months to walk in Memphis are April, May, October, November. In the hot months, the early morning before the heat builds is your reliable window.
Is it too hot to walk in Memphis in summer?
Summer middays in Memphis can be hard going, and the pavement gets hot enough to matter for dogs. The early morning and the cooler evening still work — that's the window to take.
When is the most comfortable season to walk in Memphis?
Memphis has a humid subtropical with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The easiest walking lands in April and May, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
