Does it snow in Tennessee?

Known for its stunning scenic beauty, exquisite Southern cuisine, iconic musical genres (country, soul, rock & roll, and blues), and its famous Jack Daniel's whiskey, the state of Tennessee is undoubtedly one of the most picturesque and attractive in the U.S.

Immerse yourself in the state of Tennessee and wander through its beautiful-modern cities and charming towns. Tour its museums and know its history. Be witness to the major battles during the American Civil War and the civil rights movement. Delve into its colorful landscapes and discover the most visited and popular national park in the U.S: the Great Smokey Mountains.

Snow in Tennessee? ❄

Does it snow in Tennessee...? The short answer is yes. However, even the average snow accumulation levels of its coldest cities are relatively low. In this sense, snowfall in Tennessee is uncommon at a general level. Although, unquestionably, in the counties near the Appalachian Mountains, where the climate is temperate or humid continental, snowfall is more common during the winter season.

Climate of Tennessee ⛅

TENNESSEE WEATHER

Generally speaking, the state of Tennessee boasts a humid subtropical climate, in other words, a warm climate intermediate between tropical and temperate climate.

However, in the east of the state, there are some regions where the weather is much colder (a type of mild climate or humid continental climate), especially in the higher elevations of the Appalachian Mountains.

The influence of the Gulf of Mexico on the climate of Tennessee

The Gulf of Mexico is one of the main determinants of Tennessee's climate, specifically the southerly winds that come from it, which the responsible for most of the annual precipitation of Tennessee. On average, rainfall levels can reach 50 inches per year, while snowfall levels can reach 5 inches in the western part of Tennessee and 16 inches in the highest mountains of eastern Tennessee.

Average Tennessee temperatures during summer and winter

Generally, Tennessee is a hot and humid state, especially during the summer, where temperatures average a high of 90°F / 32.2 °C (a pretty high number considering Tennessee's geographic position).

For its part, winters tend to be milder in almost the entire state, except for cities near the mountains in the east of the state, where minimum temperatures can easily reach 29 °F / -1.6 °C.

The highest temperature recorded in Tennessee

On August 9, 1930, in the city of Perryville in Decatur County, the highest temperature in the state of Tennessee was recorded: 113 °F / 45 °C.

The lowest temperature recorded in Tennessee

On December 30, 1917, on one of the highest peaks in the Appalachian Mountains, the lowest temperature in the state of Tennessee was recorded: -32°F / -35 °C.

Hurricanes, tropical cyclones, tornadoes, and other weather events

Despite being far enough from the North Atlantic Ocean to be directly hit by a hurricane, Tennessee is highly prone to tropical cyclones, thunderstorms (with hailstorms and dangerous winds), and tornadoes.

When does it snow in Tennessee? 🌨

Does it snow in Tennessee in November?

Yes, it could snow in November. From this month, it's possible to see ephemeral snowfall in cities like Clarksville, Franklin, Johnson City, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Knoxville, Nashville, Jackson, and Memphis.

Does it snow in Tennessee in December?

Yes, it might snow in December. The average snow accumulation multiplies several times in almost the entire state compared to the previous month.

Does it snow in Tennessee in January?

Yes, it might snow in January. During this month, average snow accumulation levels peak in most Tennessee cities.

Does it snow in Tennessee in February?

Yes, it might snow in February. Of all the winter months, this is the second with the highest levels of average snow accumulation in Tennessee.

Does it snow in Tennessee in March?

Yes, it might snow in March. Throughout this month, the snowfalls begin to decrease considerably.

Does it snow in Tennessee in April?

Yes, it might snow in April. Although hopefully only in the higher peaks of the Appalachian Mountains and a few cities like Johnson City and Knoxville.

Where does it snow in Tennessee? 🌨

As mentioned in previous sections, Tennessee is not precisely a snowy state but rather a rainy and humid state. Despite this fact, it's possible to see snowfall in almost every city in the state during the winter season. Being the snowiest cities are those close to the Appalachians.

How much does it snow in Tennessee? 🌨

Next, we expose a comparison chart of the average snow accumulation throughout a sliding 31-day period (centered on the day in question) in the ten major cities in Tennessee (Clarksville, Franklin, Johnson City, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Knoxville, Nashville, Jackson, Memphis, Chattanooga):

The numbers shown in the table above represent inches.

Skiing in Tennessee? ⛷️

If you consider yourself a ski and snowboarding enthusiast, and you are thinking of traveling to Tennessee during the snow season, then the following list will be helpful to you:

1. Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park & Ski Area
   1. Address: 1339 Ski Mountain Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, U.S.
   2. Website: https://obergatlinburg.com/getting-here/
2. Roan Mountain (natural ski slopes)
   1. Address: Roan Mountain, TN 37687, U.S.
3. Renegade Mountain (natural ski slopes)
   1. Address: Crab Orchard Mountain, Cumberland, Tennessee, U.S.