South Dakota אקלים and Average מזג אוויר
אקלים of South Dakota: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
אקלים in South Dakota month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| חודש | Avg high | Avg low | גשםfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ינואר | -2° | -12° | 11 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| פברואר | 4° | -7° | 8 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| מרץ | 10° | -3° | 16 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| אפריל | 15° | 3° | 73 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| מאי | 21° | 10° | 91 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| יוני | 27° | 16° | 96 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| יולי | 31° | 20° | 49 mm | ★★★★★ |
| אוגוסט | 29° | 18° | 50 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| ספטמבר | 26° | 15° | 45 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| אוקטובר | 18° | 7° | 37 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| נובמבר | 8° | -1° | 18 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| דצמבר | 4° | -6° | 28 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
אקלים type: יבשתal. מקור: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in South Dakota
גבוהest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How South Dakota compares עם 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 | 577 mm |
| Theodore Roosevelt National Park | 382 km | 8°C | 2°C cooler | 408 mm |
| Nebraska | 495 km | 13°C | +3°C warmer | 737 mm |
| Omaha | 499 km | 12°C | +2°C warmer | 743 mm |
| Itasca State Park | 510 km | 6°C | 4°C cooler | 674 mm |
אקלים by national park in South Dakota
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
אקלים by attraction in South Dakota
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
אקלים by state park in South Dakota
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
הזמן הטוב ביותר לביקור South Dakota
Go in יוני, יולי, אוגוסט and ספטמבר. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: ינואר, פברואר and דצמבר - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for South Dakota
Today is about average for אוגוסט. The forecast high of 30°C is in line עם the 29°C typical for this month.
גשם is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in יוני ל- אוגוסט.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 33°C.
What ל- pack, what ל- skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- א׳glasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid ינואר, פברואר and דצמבר - historically the least comfortable months here.
סיכום
South Dakota is a state in ארצות הברית. South Dakota is a US state שבירתה Pierre. אוכלוסייתה כ-920.000. הבירה היא Pierre.
כרגע הטמפרטורה היא 19°C (66°F) in South Dakota עם בהיר. מרגיש כמו 18°C. היום הטמפרטורות נעות בין 15°C ל- 30°C. הסיכוי למשקעים הוא 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - מצוין — אפשר לצאת עכשיו.
הזמן הטוב ביותר לבקר בSouth Dakota is יוני, יולי, אוגוסט and ספטמבר. האקלים הוא continental. ינואר, פברואר and דצמבר tend ל- be the least comfortable months. יולי is the warmest month עם average highs near 31°C, while ינואר is the coldest עם lows near -12°C.
Nearby highlights include Badlands National Park, רוח Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
במילים פשוטות. Today is about average for אוגוסט. The forecast high of 30°C is in line עם the 29°C typical for this month. The best window ל- be outside is roughly 9 AM ל- 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in South Dakota today at 10/10. 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
| סוג | State |
|---|---|
| מדינה | ארצות הברית |
| יבשת | צפון אמריקה |
| קואורדינטות | 44°22′5.9″N 100°21′3.6″W (44.3683, -100.351) |
| Capital | Pierre |
| אוכלוסייה | 920.000 |
| Area | 199.729 km² |
| Abbreviation | SD |
| אזור זמן | America/Chicago |
| שעה מקומית | 1:46 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | יוני, יולי, אוגוסט and ספטמבר |
| אקלים | יבשתal |
מזג אוויר map for South Dakota
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Dakota?
South Dakota is a state in ארצות הברית. Its coordinates are 44.3683, -100.351. It lies in צפון אמריקה.
What is the weather like in South Dakota עכשיו?
It is currently 19°C (66°F) עם בהיר. לחות is 57% and wind is 6 km/h.
When is the best time ל- visit South Dakota?
יוני, יולי, אוגוסט and ספטמבר offer the most comfortable conditions in South Dakota, which has a continental climate. ינואר, פברואר and דצמבר are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is South Dakota in?
South Dakota observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 1:46 AM.
How many people live in South Dakota?
South Dakota has a population of approximately 920.000.
What are the top things ל- do in South Dakota?
Popular options include Badlands National Park, רוח 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, רוח 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. |
|---|---|
| תחזית and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| איכות האוויר and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| אקלים averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National מזג אוויר 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 אוגוסט 26, 2026 at 1:46 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
