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Quick facts about Custer State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | South Dakota |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 43°46′0.1″N 103°25′0.1″W (43.7667, -103.4167) |
| Established | 1912 |
| Known for | a bison herd and the Needles Highway |
| Local time | 11:20 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Custer State Park is a state park in South Dakota. Custer State Park is known for a bison herd and the Needles Highway.
Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Custer State Park with overcast. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 51°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Custer State Park 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 81°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 15°F.
The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 278 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave National Park, Badlands National Park and Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Custer State Park today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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Coordinates: 43°46′0.1″N 103°25′0.1″W (43.7667, -103.4167)
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Where is Custer State Park?
Custer State Park is a state park in South Dakota. Its coordinates are 43.7667, -103.4167. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Custer State Park right now?
It is currently 57°F (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 54% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Custer State Park?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Custer State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Custer State Park in?
Custer State Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 11:20 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Custer State Park?
The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 278 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Custer State Park?
Popular options include Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave National Park, Badlands National Park and Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 11:20 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
