Vanderbilt Weather

Weather and Climate at Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt University, located in Nashville, Tennessee, experiences a humid subtropical climate. Here are the key aspects of the weather at Vanderbilt:

• Summer (June to August): Hot and humid with average high temperatures ranging from 85°F to 90°F (29°C to 32°C). Rainfall is common, with occasional thunderstorms.
• Fall (September to November): Mild with temperatures cooling from highs of 80°F (27°C) in September to the 60s°F (15°C to 20°C) by November. This season sees less rainfall but can have occasional cold fronts.
• Winter (December to February): Cool to cold with average highs in the 40s°F to 50s°F (4°C to 10°C). Snow is rare but possible, and freezing temperatures can affect commuting and campus life.
• Spring (March to May): Temperatures rise from the 60s°F (15°C to 20°C) to the 70s°F (21°C to 26°C). Spring can be quite wet, with potential for severe weather including tornadoes.

The climate at Vanderbilt can impact outdoor research and campus activities, especially during the hot summer months and occasional severe weather events.