Memphis in July
Not the best time
Memphis in July tests your commitment to music tourism. The oppressive heat drives away crowds and prices down, but you might spend most of your time hiding in air conditioning.
Weather
July is brutally hot with temperatures regularly soaring past 35°C and humidity levels that make stepping outside feel like entering a sauna. The heat index often exceeds 40°C. Evening storms are common but barely cool things down.
34°C high23°C low7 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$115/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Independence Day celebrations
- •Summer outdoor concert series (if you can stand the heat)
July Tips
- •Plan indoor activities during midday hours - seriously, it's dangerous to be outside
- •Hotels with pools become essential, not luxuries
- •Many outdoor attractions close or have reduced hours during peak heat
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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