South Dakota Klimat and Average Väder
Klimat of South Dakota: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klimat in South Dakota month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Månad | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januari | -2° | -12° | 11 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| februari | 4° | -7° | 8 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mars | 10° | -3° | 16 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| april | 15° | 3° | 73 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| maj | 21° | 10° | 91 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juni | 27° | 16° | 96 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juli | 31° | 20° | 49 mm | ★★★★★ |
| augusti | 29° | 18° | 69 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| september | 26° | 15° | 48 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| oktober | 18° | 7° | 37 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| november | 8° | -1° | 18 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| december | 4° | -6° | 28 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
Klimat type: Kontinental. Källa: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in South Dakota
Högest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How South Dakota compares med 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 |
Klimat by national park in South Dakota
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
Klimat by attraction in South Dakota
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Klimat by state park in South Dakota
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Bästa tiden att besöka South Dakota
Go in juni, juli, augusti and september. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: januari, februari and december - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for South Dakota
Today is about average for september. The forecast high of 27°C is in line med the 26°C typical for this month.
Regn 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 juni och augusti.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 33°C.
What och pack, what och skip
- sönglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid januari, februari and december - historically the least comfortable months here.
Sammanfattning
South Dakota is a state in USA. South Dakota is a US state med huvudstad Pierre. Befolkningen är cirka 920.000. Huvudstaden är Pierre.
Just nu är det 27°C (80°F) in South Dakota med delvis molnigt. Det känns som 26°C. I dag varierar temperaturen mellan 12°C och 27°C. Risken för nederbörd är 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - utmärkt — åk nu.
Bästa tiden att besöka South Dakota is juni, juli, augusti and september. Klimatet är continental. januari, februari and december tend och be the least comfortable months. juli is the warmest month med average highs near 31°C, while januari is the coldest med lows near -12°C.
Nearby highlights include Badlands National Park, Vind Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
Enkelt förklarat. Today is about average for september. The forecast high of 27°C is in line med the 26°C typical for this month. The best window och be outside is roughly 6 PM och 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
| Typ | State |
|---|---|
| Land | USA |
| Kontinent | Nordamerika |
| Koordinater | 44°22′5.9″N 100°21′3.6″W (44.3683, -100.351) |
| Capital | Pierre |
| Befolkning | 920.000 |
| Area | 199.729 km² |
| Abbreviation | SD |
| Tidszon | America/Chicago |
| Lokal tid | 8:55 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | juni, juli, augusti and september |
| Klimat | Kontinental |
Väder map for South Dakota
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Dakota?
South Dakota is a state in USA. Its coordinates are 44.3683, -100.351. It lies in Nordamerika.
What is the weather like in South Dakota just nu?
It is currently 27°C (80°F) med delvis molnigt. Luftfuktighet is 41% and wind is 7 km/h.
When is the best time och visit South Dakota?
juni, juli, augusti and september offer the most comfortable conditions in South Dakota, which has a continental climate. januari, februari 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 8:55 PM.
How many people live in South Dakota?
South Dakota has a population of approximately 920.000.
What are the top things och do in South Dakota?
Popular options include Badlands National Park, Vind 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, Vind 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. |
|---|---|
| Prognos and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klimat averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Väder 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 september 30, 2026 at 8:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
