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Olive Branch weather in May (Mississippi, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Olive Branch during May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Olive Branch typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 15°C.

Olive Branch in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 171 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 304 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Olive Branch climate page with graphs.

 

Olive Branch, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 171 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 304 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 68% *  
* Data from: Memphis, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Olive Branch in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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