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☁️ 36°F now🕔 8:31 PM local📅 Best: June, July, August and September👥 920.000

Summary

South Dakota is a state in United States. South Dakota is a US state with its capital at Pierre. It has a population of about 920.000. The capital is Pierre.

Right now it is 36°F (2°C) in South Dakota with overcast. It feels like 30°F. Today runs from 35°F to 41°F. Chance of precipitation is 96%. Sightseeing conditions score 5/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit South Dakota is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 11°F.

Nearby highlights include Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.

In plain terms. Today is much colder than average for October. The forecast high of 41°F is 23.4°F below the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in South Dakota today at 8.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

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Coordinates: 44°22′5.9″N 100°21′3.6″W (44.3683, -100.351)

Quick facts about South Dakota

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates44°22′5.9″N 100°21′3.6″W (44.3683, -100.351)
CapitalPierre
Population920.000
Area77.116 sq mi
AbbreviationSD
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
Local time8:31 PM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August and September
ClimateContinental

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2 national parks mapped in this atlas

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1 attractions mapped in this atlas

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1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Dakota?

South Dakota is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 44.3683, -100.351. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in South Dakota right now?

It is currently 36°F (2°C) with overcast. Humidity is 95% and wind is 6 mph.

When is the best time to visit South Dakota?

June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in South Dakota, which has a continental climate. January, February and December 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 8:31 PM.

How many people live in South Dakota?

South Dakota has a population of approximately 920.000.

What are the top things to do in South Dakota?

Popular options include Badlands National Park, Wind 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, Wind Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 October 26, 2026 at 8:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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