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Which part of Tennessee has the best weather? ›

The warmest parts of the state, with the longest growing season, are the Gulf Coastal Plain, the Central Basin, and the Sequatchie Valley.

The driest month in Nashville is October with 2.87 inches of precipitation, and with 5.07 inches May is the wettest month.

Cold seasons are shorter here, lasting for about 3 months out of the year, with January ranked as the coldest month. Rain is the most likely form of precipitation in winter, as the temperature usually hovers in the low 40s.

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The average annual rainfall for the state is 51.33", though the rainfall is varied across Tennessee. It ranges from less than 45 inches in the Great Valley of Tennessee to a maximum of over 75 inches in isolated areas of the state, especially in the Cumberland Plateau and Unaka Mountain regions.

Here's when we usually see them and how to stay safe. It's spring which means tornadoes are going to be twisting into town within the next month. According to the National Weather Service, Tennessee sees most of its tornadoes from March to May.

Are you considering moving to Nashville, TN? This exciting city is one of the largest in the Southeast with rich history, southern hospitality, exciting nightlife, a great job market, and excellent education opportunities – all with a low cost of living!

June through August is the busiest time to visit with larger crowds than any other time. If you're into music though, the summer is the time to visit with both the CMA Fest and Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival. Really any time is a great time to visit Nashville.

The best cities in Tennessee include Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and Memphis. See what other towns comprise the best places to live in TN.

What is the coldest city in Tennessee? ›

Tennessee: Oak Ridge

Oakridge, situated in eastern Tennessee, is the state's coldest city. Oakridge is known for being the location of several facilities, including those for enriching uranium, used in the World War II-era Manhattan Project—an initiative to develop a working atomic weapon.

As far as least humid cities go, for a small town, probably Gatlinburg, due to the higher elevation. Plus, it's easy to escape into the mountains to get a break from the humidity.

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The best cities in Tennessee include Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and Memphis. See what other towns comprise the best places to live in TN.

What part of Tennessee has the best weather? Johnson County (Mountain City, Shady Valley, and Trade) and eastern Carter County (Town of Roan Mountain) are best places up this way for lowest summer humidity short of heading into the high country of western North Carolina.

Franklin, Chattanooga, and Knoxville often rank among the best places to live in Tennessee for retirees. Tennessee has a low cost of living and natural beauty. However, the state is also known for its adverse weather and natural disasters.