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When does flea season start in Nashville?

Flea season in Nashville typically runs early March to late November, peaking Apr–Oct.

Flea season early March to late November Peak Apr–Oct
January — Quiet February — Low March — Moderate April — High May — Peak June — Peak July — Peak August — Peak September — Peak October — High November — Moderate December — Low J F M A M J J A S O N D Nashville Peak Apr–Oct

Ticks in Nashville

Local tick activity typically runs year-round, heaviest Apr–Oct. The species to know in Tennessee: lone star tick, American dog tick, blacklegged (deer) tick.

More on species and timing: Tennessee tick season.

Numbers come from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) recorded at NASHVILLE INTL AP — a climate-based estimate; real years wobble.

Frequently asked questions

When does flea season start in Nashville?

Around early March in a typical year, once local averages hold around 50°F. A warm spring pulls it earlier — prevention shouldn't wait for the calendar.

Is flea season in Nashville different from the rest of Tennessee?

Not meaningfully — Nashville tracks the Tennessee statewide estimate closely. Both are climate-based estimates, so treat the edges as fuzzy, not exact.

Do dogs in Nashville need prevention outside flea season?

Yes — vets recommend year-round parasite prevention regardless of the local calendar. Indoor fleas ignore the weather entirely, and ticks in Tennessee are typically active year-round, a longer window than fleas get.

Elsewhere in Tennessee