Best Time to Run in Memphis in December

The verdict: Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.

Memphis · December

Run in the midday.

Cool month: average high 55°F, low 39°F. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.

Avg high / low
55° / 39°F
Humidity
75%
Rain days
13/mo
Wind
11 mph

What December feels like in Memphis

Sunrise

08:00

Mid-month average

Sunset

17:50

Mid-month average

Time-of-day breakdown

Morning

Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.

Midday

Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.

Evening

Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.

What to wear running in Memphis in December

The kit for December in Memphis: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.

December vs the surrounding months

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of day to run in Memphis in December?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Memphis in December?+
Average high 55°F, average low 39°F.
How does December compare to surrounding months in Memphis?+
Compared to November (avg high 61°F), December is cooler. Compared to January (avg high 50°F), December is warmer.
Does it rain often in Memphis in December?+
Expect about 13 measurable rain days in December, on average.

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