Memphis
A community guide to Memphis in Tennessee, the United States.
- Population
- 633,104 residents
- Region
- Tennessee
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 35.1495, -90.0490
Community and amenities
Memphis offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Tennessee: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Memphis's residents. Visitors passing through Memphis encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Climate
The climate at Memphis is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 35.15 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Memphis experience. Visitors planning a trip to Memphis should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Memphis sits at approximate coordinates 35.1495 latitude and -90.0490 longitude within Tennessee. The terrain and natural features around Memphis reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Tennessee road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Visiting
Memphis welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of Tennessee, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Memphis are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across Tennessee. For travellers passing through the United States, Memphis provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.