Memphis in November: weather, events and what to know
Memphis in November averages near 64 degrees by day and 45 at night, with the clocks having fallen back on November 1, 2026. The summer heat is long gone, Beale Street and the blues clubs are comfortable, and the Grizzlies are back at FedExForum. It is a good value month with mild weather and Medium crowds. Come midweek for calm; Thanksgiving weekend and the first weekend of December, with the St. Jude Marathon, fill hotels.
November at a glance
- Typical temperatures: Highs near 64F, lows near 45F, easing from the upper 60s to the upper 50s (approximate airport norms)
- Rain: Near 4.5 inches across about 9 days, one of the wetter months, with fronts that can bring strong storms
- Daylight: Clocks fell back Sunday, November 1, 2026; sunset runs near 5:05pm early in the month to near 4:55pm by the 30th
- Crowd level: Medium, higher on Grizzlies weekends and Thanksgiving week
- Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 26, 2026, with reduced hours at many restaurants and attractions
- Hotel pressure: Thanksgiving weekend and the St. Jude Marathon weekend of December 5
Weather in Memphis in November and what to pack
A light to medium jacket plus a sweater for evenings, when lows drop toward the mid 30s late in the month.
Long pants and comfortable walking shoes that can handle rain, for Beale bricks, museum floors and park paths.
A compact umbrella or rain shell: November brings near 4.5 inches of rain over about 9 days.
A warmer layer for outdoor music nights and breezy riverfront afternoons.
Sunscreen for midday, since the sun still carries weight on clear afternoons between fronts.
Top events in Memphis in November 2026
5 eventsAlso in Memphis in November
seasonal picks- Memphis Grizzlies home games
- Memphis Whiskey Festival
- Thanksgiving
- Holiday season kickoff
Crowds, prices and what to book ahead
November runs Medium. The spring and summer festival crowds are gone, which makes this a comfortable stretch for Graceland, Sun Studio and the National Civil Rights Museum. Calmest days are Tuesday through Thursday in the first three weeks. Busiest are Grizzlies game nights downtown, Thanksgiving week and the Friday through Sunday after Thanksgiving. Book ahead: downtown hotels for Grizzlies weekends and Thanksgiving weekend, Thanksgiving dinner directly with the restaurant, and rooms for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon weekend of December 5, which fills hotels in the first days of December.
What changes in Memphis in November
Daylight saving ended Sunday, November 1, 2026, so sunset lands near 5:05pm early in the month and near 4:55pm by the 30th. Plan the riverfront, Mud Island and Tom Lee Park for the afternoon.
Fall color peaks early in November in Overton Park and Shelby Farms, then fades as leaves drop in the second half of the month.
Holiday lights and seasonal programs start appearing around the city in the second half of November, with Graceland and other attractions announcing holiday schedules separately.
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Expect reduced MATA service plus changed hours at restaurants and attractions, so check ahead.
Best things to do in November
5 picksTour Graceland and visit Sun Studio on a mild day, with timed tickets booked ahead.
Spend a morning at the National Civil Rights Museum, then lunch at a barbecue spot.
Catch a Grizzlies game at FedExForum, then live blues on Beale Street.
Visit the Stax Museum of American Soul Music and the Memphis Rock n Soul Museum.
Walk Overton Park and Cooper-Young in the cool, then dinner in Midtown.
Sample November itinerary
Day 1: Downtown core: Beale Street and the riverfront at Tom Lee Park in the afternoon light, the Peabody duck march, then a Grizzlies game at FedExForum or live blues on Beale.
Day 2: Sun Studio in the morning, the National Civil Rights Museum after lunch, barbecue for dinner and an evening show such as THE STRAY CATS at the Orpheum.
Getting around in November
Downtown, South Main and the riverfront connect on foot, and the Main Street trolley covers the core. You will want a car for Graceland, the Zoo and Shelby Farms, each a 10 to 20 minute drive from downtown.
Questions
6 answersIs Memphis worth visiting in November?
Yes. Daytime highs average near 64 with lows near 45, crowds sit at Medium, and music, museums and barbecue are all in season.
What is the weather like in Memphis in November?
Highs average near 64 and lows near 45, sliding from the upper 60s to the upper 50s across the month. It is one of the wetter months, with near 4.5 inches of rain over about 9 days, so keep a weather app on.
What should I wear in Memphis in November?
Layers: a light to medium jacket, a sweater, long pants, rain-ready walking shoes and an umbrella, plus a warmer layer for evenings and outdoor music.
What festivals and big events are in Memphis in November?
The Memphis Whiskey Festival lands Saturday, November 21 at The Kent, and the Grizzlies host Brooklyn on November 14 and Golden State on November 19. Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26. Also on the calendar: THE STRAY CATS at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis, Josh Meloy at Satellite Music Hall and Gabriel Iglesias at FedExForum.
Is November a good time to visit Memphis?
Yes for music, museums and Graceland, with thinner crowds than spring. Bring rain gear and book Thanksgiving week ahead.
When does daylight saving time end in Memphis?
Clocks fell back one hour on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Sunset now lands near 5:05pm early in the month and near 4:55pm by the 30th, so plan riverfront and park stops for the afternoon.