South Dakota Weather Forecast
South Dakota weather: 73°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in South Dakota?
No - rain is unlikely in South Dakota today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sun and Mon.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 28% of a normal August week (0,1 in against 0,5 in).
16-day forecast for South Dakota
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Aug 20 | ☀️ Clear sky | 94° / 67° | 1% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 63° | 1% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 67° | 6% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 96° / 67° | 50% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 94° / 69° | 48% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 72° | 11% | 15 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☀️ Clear sky | 87° / 65° | 5% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 87° / 68° | 19% · 0,3 in | 19 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Showers | 93° / 66° | 22% · 0,8 in | 35 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 67° | 12% · 0,0 in | 23 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 74° / 64° | 15% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 58° | 16% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 57° | 23% · 0,0 in | 22 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 67° | 19% · 0,0 in | 22 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 76° / 64° | 17% · 0,1 in | 30 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 60° | 19% | 22 mph | 7 |
What this means for South Dakota
Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is 10.8°F above the 84°F typical for this month.
Rain 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 June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 91°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 73°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 47% 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 6:16 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather 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 August 21, 2026 at 6:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
