South Dakota 기후 and Average 날씨
기후 of South Dakota: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
기후 in South Dakota month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| 월 | Avg high | Avg low | 비fall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1월 | -2° | -12° | 11 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| 2월 | 4° | -7° | 8 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| 3월 | 10° | -3° | 16 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 4월 | 15° | 3° | 73 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 5월 | 21° | 10° | 91 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 6월 | 27° | 16° | 96 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 7월 | 31° | 20° | 49 mm | ★★★★★ |
| 8월 | 29° | 18° | 69 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 9월 | 26° | 15° | 48 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 10월 | 18° | 7° | 37 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 11월 | 8° | -1° | 18 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 12월 | 4° | -6° | 28 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
기후 type: 대륙al. 출처: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in South Dakota
높음est and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How South Dakota compares이며 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 |
기후 by national park in South Dakota
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
기후 by attraction in South Dakota
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
기후 by state park in South Dakota
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
방문하기 좋은 시기 South Dakota
Go in 6월, 7월, 8월 and 9월. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: 1월, 2월 and 12월 - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for South Dakota
Today is warmer than average for 10월. The forecast high of 22°C is 4.4°C above the 18°C typical for this month.
비 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 6월에서 8월.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 33°C.
What에서 pack, what에서 skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- 일glasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 25°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 1월, 2월 and 12월 - historically the least comfortable months here.
요약
South Dakota is a state in 미국. South Dakota is a US state수도는 Pierre. 인구는 약 920.000. 수도는 Pierre.
현재 기온은 15°C (59°F) in South Dakota이며 맑음. 체감온도는 13°C. 오늘 기온은 7°C에서 22°C. 강수 확률은 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - 매우 좋음 — 지금 출발하세요.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시기는 South Dakota is 6월, 7월, 8월 and 9월. 기후는 continental. 1월, 2월 and 12월 tend에서 be the least comfortable months. 7월 is the warmest month이며 average highs near 31°C, while 1월 is the coldest이며 lows near -12°C.
Nearby highlights include Badlands National Park, 바람 Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
쉽게 말하면. Today is warmer than average for 10월. The forecast high of 22°C is 4.4°C above the 18°C typical for this month. The best window에서 be outside is roughly 6 PM에서 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing 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
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Dakota?
South Dakota is a state in 미국. Its coordinates are 44.3683, -100.351. It lies in 북아메리카.
What is the weather like in South Dakota 현재?
It is currently 15°C (59°F)이며 맑음. 습도 is 63% and wind is 9 km/h.
When is the best time에서 visit South Dakota?
6월, 7월, 8월 and 9월 offer the most comfortable conditions in South Dakota, which has a continental climate. 1월, 2월 and 12월 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 12:38 AM.
How many people live in South Dakota?
South Dakota has a population of approximately 920.000.
What are the top things에서 do in South Dakota?
Popular options include Badlands National Park, 바람 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, 바람 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. |
|---|---|
| 예보 and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| 대기질 and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| 기후 averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National 날씨 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 10월 22, 2026 at 12:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
