South Dakota Climat and Average Météo
Climat of South Dakota: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in South Dakota month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mois | Max moyenne | Min moyenne | Précipitations | Évaluation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janvier | -2° | -12° | 11 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| février | 4° | -7° | 8 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mars | 10° | -3° | 16 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| avril | 15° | 3° | 73 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mai | 21° | 10° | 91 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juin | 27° | 16° | 96 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juillet | 31° | 20° | 49 mm | ★★★★★ |
| août | 29° | 18° | 69 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| septembre | 26° | 15° | 48 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| octobre | 18° | 7° | 37 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| novembre | 8° | -1° | 18 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| décembre | 4° | -6° | 28 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climat type: Continental. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in South Dakota
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How South Dakota compares avec nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against South Dakota.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 273 km | 7°C | 3°C cooler | 590 mm |
| Theodore Roosevelt National Park | 382 km | 8°C | 2°C cooler | 409 mm |
| Nebraska | 495 km | 13°C | +3°C warmer | 822 mm |
| Omaha | 499 km | 13°C | +2°C warmer | 850 mm |
| Itasca State Park | 510 km | 6°C | 4°C cooler | 692 mm |
Climat by national park in South Dakota
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
Climat by attraction in South Dakota
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Climat by state park in South Dakota
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Meilleur moment pour visiter South Dakota
Go in juin, juillet, août and septembre. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: janvier, février and décembre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for South Dakota
Today is much warmer than average for octobre. The forecast high of 31°C is 13.2°C above the 18°C typical for this month.
A 10% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in juin à août.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 33°C.
What à pack, what à skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- dim.glasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers – the daily swing is 27°C, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell – 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid janvier, février and décembre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
South Dakota is a state in États-Unis. South Dakota is a US state dont la capitale est Pierre. Sa population est d’environ 920.000. La capitale est Pierre.
Actuellement, il fait 22°C (72°F) in South Dakota avec ciel dégagé. La température ressentie est de 21°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 16°C à 31°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 10%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 9.4/10 – excellent — partez maintenant.
La meilleure période pour visiter South Dakota is juin, juillet, août and septembre. Le climat est continental. janvier, février and décembre sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. juillet est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 31°C, tandis que janvier est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de -12°C.
Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Badlands National Park, Vent Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
En termes simples. Today is much warmer than average for octobre. The forecast high of 31°C is 13.2°C above the 18°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 4 PM à 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in South Dakota today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about South Dakota
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Pays | États-Unis |
| Continent | Amérique du Nord |
| Coordonnées | 44°22′5.9″N 100°21′3.6″W (44.3683, -100.351) |
| Capital | Pierre |
| Population | 920.000 |
| Area | 199.729 km² |
| Abbreviation | SD |
| Fuseau horaire | America/Chicago |
| Heure locale | 1:06 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | juin, juillet, août and septembre |
| Climat | Continental |
Météo map for South Dakota
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Dakota?
South Dakota is a state in États-Unis. Its coordinates are 44.3683, -100.351. It lies in Amérique du Nord.
What is the weather like in South Dakota maintenant?
It is currently 22°C (72°F) avec ciel dégagé. Humidité is 45% and wind is 11 km/h.
When is the best time à visit South Dakota?
juin, juillet, août and septembre offer the most comfortable conditions in South Dakota, which has a continental climate. janvier, février and décembre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is South Dakota in?
South Dakota observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The heure locale is 1:06 AM.
How many people live in South Dakota?
South Dakota has a population of approximately 920.000.
What are the top things à do in South Dakota?
Popular options include Badlands National Park, Vent Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park and Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
What places are in South Dakota?
South Dakota covers 4 places in this atlas, including Badlands National Park, Vent Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Prévisions and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Qualité de l’air and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climat averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Météo Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing – the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated octobre 24, 2026 at 1:06 AM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
