Memphis in February
Good time to visit
Still firmly in the off-season with dreary weather and minimal crowds. Great for music lovers who want intimate venue experiences without fighting tourists.
Weather
February stays cold and wet, with temperatures barely creeping above freezing most days. The city gets hit with freezing rain more often than snow, creating treacherous conditions. Gray skies dominate, and the Mississippi looks particularly grim.
13°C high2°C low8 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$90/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Black History Month programming citywide
- •Valentine's weekend music events
February Tips
- •Beale Street clubs are less crowded but still lively on weekends
- •Sun Studio tours run regularly with smaller groups
- •Restaurant reservations are easy to get
All Months
Spring and fall hit the sweet spot - March through May and September through November give you perfect weather for walking Beale Street and touring Graceland's outdoor areas. Summer's brutal with 90-degree heat and humidity that makes you question your life choices. And Memphis in July during Elvis Week? Forget about it unless you love crowds and paying triple for hotels. Winter works if you don't mind gray skies and 40-degree days, plus you'll have the city mostly to yourself. The Memphis in May festival brings great music but also massive crowds. Book early or skip it entirely.
Memphis Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
5/10
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