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Yesterday’s high in Olive Branch was 82. Our overnight low has been 50. The record high for this date was 93 in 2007 and the record low was 39 in 1964.  Rainfall recorded by midnight 0.00”.  The total for the month is 0.00”. Year

Sunny and a few degrees warmer today with winds from the SW at 5-10 mph. Humidity levels are still fairly low so our Fire Danger is still Elevated due to dry foliage and dry air in place. Today’s high will

The first fall freeze usually occurs around the middle of November in the Mid-South. This video shows the different dates for locations around the area.

The current hurricane season has been quite so far, but we should see more activity during August through early October. How long do you have to prepare for a hurricane IF you are along the Gulf Coast, Florida, or the

Severe weather can occur during any month here in the mid-south. We have two seasons, one in the spring and one in the late fall, when severe weather is more likely. In the case of a tornado warning, we just

Temperatures are rising. Do not leave children or pets unattended in a car. The temperature can rise dangerously high and quickly in a matter of minutes. Look before you lock.

Let’s talk about the areas of our nation where tornados are more likely to occur and then we will take a look at where tornados are rare. You have heard people talk about Tornado Alley and Dixie Alley. Is one

2019 Weather Recap for Olive Branch and DeSoto County To say that 2019 was a wet year would be an understatement for sure. I recorded 87.17″ of rain during the year which is 33.5″ above the normal of 53.67″. We