Memphis in October
Great time to visit
October redeems Memphis after the summer ordeal. Gorgeous weather, manageable crowds, and the city's outdoor spaces become enjoyable again.
Weather
October delivers Memphis's second-best weather with crisp mornings warming to comfortable 24°C afternoons. Humidity finally breaks, making outdoor exploration pleasant again. Clear, sunny days dominate with the occasional gentle rain shower.
24°C high12°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$105/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Halloween events on Beale Street
- •Fall music festival season
- •Oktoberfest celebrations
October Tips
- •Perfect weather for walking tours and outdoor barbecue joints
- •Pack layers for cool mornings and warm afternoons
- •Hotel prices are reasonable before holiday season pricing kicks in
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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