Verdict: Excellent month
Nashville Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Nashville — highs around 26°C (79°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 13 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Nashville.
Average high
26°C / 79°F
Average low
15°C / 59°F
Rain days
~13
Precipitation
140 mm
What to pack for Nashville in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 13 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Nashville: Jul (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Jan (9°C / 48°F) · Wettest: Jul (~17 rain days)
9°
0°
Jan
12°
2°
Feb
17°
6°
Mar
20°
9°
Apr
26°
15°
May
30°
19°
Jun
32°
22°
Jul
30°
21°
Aug
27°
17°
Sep
23°
12°
Oct
16°
6°
Nov
12°
2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)