Will it rain in
Memphis today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Memphis, Tennessee, US.
Running in Memphis means fighting the Mississippi Delta's thick humidity and volatile spring weather. Whether it's a muggy morning along the riverfront, a severe thunderstorm watch in tornado alley, or a mild winter run through Overton Park, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Memphis right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Memphis's Deep South weather is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Memphis?
Memphis records around 1397mm of rain a year, spread across about 125 days — roughly 34% of all days, or 10 days in an average month. That puts Memphis mid-pack: rain interrupts roughly one run in three, so it pays to check the hourly forecast before a long run, but you will not be running in waterproofs week after week.
The wettest month is March, averaging 169mm across about 14 rainy days. The driest is September, with 69mm over roughly 7 days. Average lows in January drop to 0.9°C, cold enough that gloves, a headband and a thermal base layer make a real difference on early runs. At the other end, July averages 32.4°C highs — hot enough that early morning and evening are the sensible windows, and hydration matters more than waterproofing.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 119mm | 10 | 9.8°C | 0.9°C |
| February | 157mm | 11 | 12.6°C | 2.8°C |
| March | 169mm | 14 | 17.5°C | 7.2°C |
| April | 139mm | 11 | 21.4°C | 11.1°C |
| May | 116mm | 12 | 26.7°C | 16.8°C |
| June | 93mm | 10 | 30.8°C | 21°C |
| July | 101mm | 12 | 32.4°C | 23.5°C |
| August | 96mm | 12 | 31.2°C | 22.5°C |
| September | 69mm | 7 | 29.3°C | 19.6°C |
| October | 81mm | 7 | 23.6°C | 13.6°C |
| November | 110mm | 8 | 16.5°C | 7°C |
| December | 147mm | 11 | 12.6°C | 3.9°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Memphis: common questions
Will it rain in Memphis today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Memphis's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Memphis sees rain on about 125 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 34% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Memphis?
RainOrRun scores the live Memphis forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Memphis today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Memphis — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Memphis today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Memphis forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Memphis?
March is the wettest month in Memphis, averaging 169mm of rain across about 14 rainy days. September is the driest, with around 69mm over roughly 7 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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