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Chattanooga, TN Weather on May 26
May 26th in Chattanooga, TN typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 62°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 2019 (82°F average), while the coldest was 1979 (55°F) — a 27°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 40% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 4.17" of rain. The last decade has been 3.8°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in Chattanooga, TN? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for Chattanooga
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in Chattanooga, TN is 95°F, set in 2019.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 40°F in 1979.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 6 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in Chattanooga?
The warmest May 26 in Chattanooga, TN reached 95°F in 2019. That is 13°F above the long-term average high of 82°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in Chattanooga?
The coldest May 26 in Chattanooga, TN dropped to 40°F in 1979. That is 22°F below the long-term average low of 62°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in Chattanooga?
On May 26, Chattanooga averages a high of 82°F and a low of 62°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CHATTANOOGA AP.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in Chattanooga?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 26 in Chattanooga, TN, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 26 Weather History in Chattanooga
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 76°F | 66°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 2024 | 90°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 83°F | 62°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2022 | 75°F | 66°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2021 | 91°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 82°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 95°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 86°F | 69°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2017 | 85°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 91°F | 67°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2015 | 82°F | 67°F | 0.81" | -- |
| 2014 | 87°F | 65°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2013 | 83°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 93°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 80°F | 64°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 2010 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 80°F | 66°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2008 | 85°F | 62°F | 0.74" | -- |
| 2007 | 89°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 86°F | 66°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2005 | 81°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 87°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 76°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 87°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 77°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 78°F | 66°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1999 | 74°F | 57°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 1998 | 89°F | 67°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1997 | 80°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 90°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 89°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 74°F | 64°F | 1.27" | -- |
| 1993 | 79°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 68°F | 54°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1991 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 86°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 88°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 75°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 88°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 77°F | 66°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 1985 | 82°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 85°F | 66°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 1983 | 77°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 82°F | 65°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 1981 | 71°F | 63°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 1980 | 83°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 71°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 89°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 83°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 73°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 87°F | 62°F | 0.84" | -- |
| 1974 | 60°F | 54°F | 4.17" | -- |
| 1973 | 85°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 83°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 85°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: CHATTANOOGA AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Chattanooga, TN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.