Olive Branch (MS) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Olive Branch is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Olive Branch, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August to a chilly 9°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -2°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Olive Branch experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1473 mm of precipitation annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, May, sees around 171 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, August, still receives a respectable 89 mm of rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Olive Branch, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.1 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Olive Branch.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 71%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 63%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s and 4 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in August and highest during February, March and April.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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The best time of year to visit Olive Branch in the United States of America
During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March, April and May.
August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 171 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 89 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 326 hours of sunshine.
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