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Tennessee Winter Weather: Memphis Had 5 Freezing Days Last November
Memphis, TN – Residents across the Memphis area preparing for November 2026 have a striking reminder of how unpredictable late fall temperatures can become. Last November, the city experienced tempera
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-10-24T10:40:09.911Z
Memphis, TN – Residents across the Memphis area preparing for November 2026 have a striking reminder of how unpredictable late fall temperatures can become. Last November, the city experienced temperatures ranging from a warm 77 degrees to a cold 27 degrees, demonstrating how quickly seasonal conditions can change.
According to National Weather Service climate statistics for November 2025, Memphis recorded an average monthly temperature of 55.7 degrees, approximately 3 degrees above normal. The average high reached 65 degrees, while the average low was 46.4 degrees.
The difference between the month's highest and lowest readings totaled 50 degrees.
Warm Afternoons Did Not Prevent Freezing Nights Despite the warmer than normal monthly average, Memphis recorded five days with temperatures at or below 32 degrees.
The month's highest temperature reached 77 degrees, while the lowest dropped to 27 degrees.
The observations highlight how residents across Shelby County and the greater Memphis metropolitan area can experience comfortable daytime temperatures alongside much colder overnight conditions.
For homeowners, commuters and outdoor workers, these changes serve as a reminder that winter preparations should begin before sustained cold weather arrives.
Rainfall Added Another Seasonal Concern Memphis recorded 3.36 inches of precipitation during November 2025, below its typical monthly total.
The wettest day brought 1.80 inches of precipitation, while measurable precipitation occurred on seven days.
No measurable snowfall was recorded during the month, illustrating that freezing temperatures do not necessarily coincide with accumulating snow.
What This Means Heading Into November 2026 With November 2026 approaching, last year's observations offer a useful reminder that mild fall weather can quickly give way to freezing conditions.
Residents should consider checking heating systems, protecting temperature sensitive plants and monitoring overnight forecasts.
Drivers should also remain attentive to changing road conditions whenever precipitation and freezing temperatures overlap.
November 2025's weather does not establish what will happen this year. However, its sharp temperature contrasts demonstrate why early winter preparedness remains important throughout western Tennessee.