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Nashville weather in August

Long-run climate averages for Nashville, TN in August, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

August at a glance

In August, Nashville averages 88°F by day and 69°F at night. The wettest month is usually September.

August in Nashville averages a daytime high of 88°F and an overnight low of 69°F, which reads as hot for this part of the world. It is among the three warmest months of the year here. Across the whole year Nashville sees roughly 61 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Nashville forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Nashville weather by month

what to expect in Nashville through the year

Here is Nashville's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Nashville by season.

Jan
49°
32°
Cool
Feb
59°
39°
Mild
Mar
62°
42°
Mild
Apr
70°
50°
Mild
May
79°
60°
Warm
Jun
87°
66°
Hot
Jul
89°
70°
Hot
Aug
88°
69°
Hot
Sep
82°
64°
Warm
Wettest
Oct
74°
53°
Warm
Nov
63°
45°
Mild
Dec
53°
37°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Nashville in August?
Nashville averages a daytime high of 88°F in August, with overnight lows around 69°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is August a good time to visit Nashville?
The most comfortable time to visit Nashville is usually March, April, October and November, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest September rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Nashville in August?
The wettest month in Nashville is usually September. Across the year the city sees roughly 61 inches of precipitation.

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