Memphis · May
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 80°F, dipping to 62°F at night. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
80° / 62°F
Humidity
71%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
11 mph
What May feels like in Memphis
Sunrise
05:55
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:57
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 May
The kit for May in Memphis: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+10° avg high
0 rain days
Memphis in April →
May
80°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-7° avg high
0 rain days
Memphis in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Memphis in May?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Memphis in May?+
Average high 80°F, average low 62°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Memphis?+
Compared to April (avg high 70°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 87°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Memphis in May?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in May, on average.