The best times to visit Olive Branch for ideal weather are

March 19th to May 20th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Olive Branch Travel Info

Weather in Olive Branch

Temperature

Average temperatures in Olive Branch vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 22nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Olive Branch, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 95.5°F (35.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.9°F (23.8°C) at night.

Olive Branch Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Olive Branch Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Olive Branch Perceived Temperature (F)

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Olive Branch Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Olive Branch Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 52.8 40.9 30.7
Feb 55.7 43.6 33.3
Mar 66.9 54.8 43.5
Apr 76 63.5 51.2
May 83.4 72.3 61.6
Jun 91.8 81.2 70.9
Jul 92.7 82.3 72.9
Aug 93.6 82.6 72.6
Sep 88.2 76.2 66.1
Oct 77.1 64.1 52.7
Nov 65.5 52.8 41.7
Dec 56.7 45.7 35.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.6 4.9 -0.7
Feb 13.2 6.4 0.7
Mar 19.4 12.7 6.4
Apr 24.4 17.5 10.7
May 28.6 22.4 16.4
Jun 33.2 27.3 21.6
Jul 33.7 27.9 22.7
Aug 34.2 28.1 22.6
Sep 31.2 24.6 18.9
Oct 25.1 17.8 11.5
Nov 18.6 11.6 5.4
Dec 13.7 7.6 2.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Olive Branch are August, September, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late August to early September. For example, on the week of August 27th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of March 26th.

When can you find snow in Olive Branch? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Olive Branch is often around around January 15th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Olive Branch.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Olive Branch (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 22% 1.3 4.2
Feb 21% 1.4 3.6
Mar 24% 2.2 5.1
Apr 25% 0 6.4
May 25% 0 6.2
Jun 17% 0 4.2
Jul 19% 0 4.1
Aug 14% 0 3.2
Sep 15% 0 3.5
Oct 18% 0 4
Nov 21% 0 4.7
Dec 25% 1.2 5.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 22 3.3 10.7
Feb 21 3.6 9.1
Mar 24 5.6 13
Apr 25 0 16.3
May 25 0 15.7
Jun 17 0 10.7
Jul 19 0 10.4
Aug 14 0 8.1
Sep 15 0 8.9
Oct 18 0 10.2
Nov 21 0 11.9
Dec 25 3 13.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Olive Branch has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (50.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (60.1%).

Wind in Olive Branch is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by February and March. April’s average wind speed of around 8 knots (9.2 MPH or 14.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 16.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Olive Branch.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Feb 8 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Mar 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Apr 8 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
May 7 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jun 6.3 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Jul 5.6 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Aug 5.6 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Sep 5.8 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Oct 6 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Nov 6.5 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Dec 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 52.3%
Feb 50.7%
Mar 52.1%
Apr 50.2%
May 56.1%
Jun 55.3%
Jul 58.4%
Aug 54.9%
Sep 54.4%
Oct 53.9%
Nov 53.5%
Dec 60.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Olive Branch?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Olive Branch, MS, US is March, followed by May and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Olive Branch in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44 in November means 44% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Olive Branch Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 88°F (31.1°C) and 59.1°F (15.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Olive Branch, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.3°F (32.9°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Olive Branch to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 59.1°F (15.1°C) and 51.7°F (10.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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