National Parks in South Dakota
South Dakota travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
National and state parks in South Dakota
Map of South Dakota
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Coordinates: 44°22′5.9″N 100°21′3.6″W (44.3683, -100.351)
Best time to visit South Dakota
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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 70°F (21°C) in South Dakota with clear. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 64°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 5.8°F above the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in South Dakota today at 9.8/10. 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.
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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 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 72% and wind is 2 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 3:27 AM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 25, 2026 at 3:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
