May weather forecast
Olive Branch, MS

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Weather in May

Olive Branch's May weather stays consistent with increasing temperatures, boasting higher sunshine hours than the preceding month. The rise in temperature gracefully transitions into a summery atmosphere with evenings cooling down. There is a dip in wind speed corresponding to the warmer climate, and so the chances of encountering a breeze are rare. The pressure levels witnessed some fluctuation but remained relatively stable compared to April. To accommodate these changes in heat, rainfall is slightly less than the predecessor to balance out the drying weather.

Temperature

Olive Branch in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in April to a warm 79°F (26.1°C). Olive Branch, in May, experiences an average temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Olive Branch is 77%.

Rainfall

In Olive Branch, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Olive Branch.

Daylight

In Olive Branch, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In Olive Branch, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Olive Branch?

During May, Olive Branch experiences an average high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and a low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Olive Branch?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Olive Branch?

In May, in Olive Branch, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Olive Branch?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Olive Branch?

In May, the average day length in Olive Branch is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Olive Branch?

On the first day of May in Olive Branch, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Olive Branch?

The average sunshine duration in May in Olive Branch is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Olive Branch?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Olive Branch, Mississippi, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average temperature in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average pressure in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average wind speed in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average humidity in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average rainfall in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average snowfall in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average UV index in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Olive Branch, MS

Average visibility in May - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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