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Memphis, TN Weather on May 27
Memphis hits 94°F on May 27, 2012 as heat breaks spring records
May 27 in Memphis has seen dramatic temperature swings across its 55-year weather history, with the record high of 94°F set in 2012 running 11 degrees above the typical high of 83°F. The other extreme came in 1988 when temperatures plummeted to 54°F, showing the volatility of late May weather in Tennessee before summer fully settles in. On an average year, this date falls between pleasant spring conditions with highs near 83°F and cool mornings around 65°F.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Memphis, TN? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Memphis?
The warmest May 27 in Memphis, TN reached 94°F in 2019. That is 11°F above the long-term average high of 83°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Memphis?
The coldest May 27 in Memphis, TN dropped to 51°F in 1999. That is 13°F below the long-term average low of 64°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Memphis?
On May 27, Memphis averages a high of 83°F and a low of 64°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from MEMPHIS WFO.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Memphis?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Memphis, 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 27 Weather History in Memphis
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 68°F | 63°F | 1.3" | -- |
| 2024 | 90°F | 66°F | 0.99" | -- |
| 2023 | 81°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 73°F | 55°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2021 | 83°F | 66°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2020 | 83°F | 69°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2019 | 94°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 89°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 86°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 91°F | 67°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2015 | 82°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 91°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 86°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 94°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 74°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 87°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 84°F | 70°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 2008 | 92°F | 68°F | 1.63" | -- |
| 2007 | 89°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 93°F | 66°F | 1.45" | -- |
| 2005 | 83°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 87°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 76°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 84°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 79°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 88°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 78°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 78°F | 66°F | 3.76" | -- |
| 1997 | 87°F | 64°F | 2.59" | -- |
| 1996 | 84°F | 65°F | 2.54" | -- |
| 1995 | 87°F | 67°F | 2.29" | -- |
| 1994 | 75°F | 57°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 1993 | 77°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 73°F | 56°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1991 | 74°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 86°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 88°F | 64°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 1988 | 84°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 90°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 83°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 86°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 87°F | 66°F | 2.03" | -- |
| 1983 | 81°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 87°F | 70°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1981 | 85°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 86°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 71°F | 63°F | 2.08" | -- |
| 1978 | 93°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 68°F | 59°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 1975 | 84°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 78°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 80°F | 66°F | 3.73" | -- |
| 1972 | 89°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 71°F | 59°F | 0.18" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: MEMPHIS WFO
How Has May 27 Changed?
The last decade has been 2.4°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Memphis, TN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.