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Soil Temperature in Tennessee

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Tennessee is 61°F, based on 4 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 42°F to 73°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.

Current Planting Conditions

Prime cool-season planting conditions in Tennessee with soil averaging 61°F at 2 inches. The spring fertilizer and overseeding window is active. This is the ideal range for tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass establishment.

Monitoring Stations in Tennessee (4)

Station2" TempLast Reading
McAllister Farm (Lincoln)73°F2026-05-18
Allen Farms (Giles)68°F2026-05-18
Eastview Farm (Franklin)42°F2026-02-09
Crossville 7 NW62°F2026-04-27

Cities in Tennessee (49)

Cities in Tennessee with current soil temperature readings
CityZIPCurrent TempDistance from state center
Antioch37011—23 mi
Athens37303—102 mi
Brentwood37024—27 mi
Bristol37620—237 mi
Chattanooga37401—81 mi
Clarksville37040—72 mi
Cleveland37311—97 mi
Clinton37716—122 mi
Collierville38017—195 mi
Columbia38401—42 mi
Cookeville38501—52 mi
Cordova38016—199 mi
Crossville38555—73 mi
Dickson37055—61 mi
Dyersburg38024—170 mi
Elizabethton37643—234 mi
Franklin37064—30 mi
Germantown38138—202 mi
Goodlettsville37070—38 mi
Greeneville37743—196 mi
Hendersonville37075—34 mi
Jackson38301—139 mi
Johnson City37601—226 mi
Kingsport37660—217 mi
Knoxville37901—138 mi
La Vergne37086—16 mi
Lebanon37087—24 mi
Lenoir City37771—117 mi
Madison37115—34 mi
Manchester37349—29 mi
Martin38237—144 mi
Maryville37801—128 mi
Mcminnville37110—35 mi
Memphis37501—210 mi
Millington38053—203 mi
Morristown37813—173 mi
Mount Juliet37121—25 mi
Murfreesboro37127—7 mi
Nashville37201—32 mi
New Tazewell37824—159 mi
Newport37821—176 mi
Oak Ridge37830—117 mi
Pigeon Forge37863—156 mi
Piney Flats37686—228 mi
Sevierville37862—157 mi
Sewanee37375—52 mi
Shelbyville37160—26 mi
Soddy Daisy37379—79 mi
Union City38261—157 mi

Soil Temperature FAQ for Tennessee

What is the current soil temperature in Tennessee?

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Tennessee is 61°F, based on 4 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 42°F to 73°F depending on location and elevation.

When should I apply pre-emergent in Tennessee?

Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Tennessee, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.

When can I plant grass seed in Tennessee?

Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.