May · United States
Best time to visit Nashville in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nashville in May
Average temperature 20°C, 149 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.1/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 149 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Nashville scores 7.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 149 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nashville's honky-tonks, the Grand Ole Opry and hot chicken make it country music's capital.
May in Nashville: strong conditions, 5th of 12
May averages 20°C (69°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 149 mm — wet for this destination — but about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.1/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? October scores 2.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nashville in May?
- In May, Nashville averages 20°C, 149 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Nashville?
- May earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nashville in May?
- Expect about 149 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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