South Dakota 气候 and Average 天气
气候 of South Dakota: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
气候 in South Dakota month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| 月份 | Avg high | Avg low | 雨fall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 一月 | -2° | -12° | 11 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| 二月 | 4° | -7° | 8 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| 三月 | 10° | -3° | 16 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 四月 | 15° | 3° | 73 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 五月 | 21° | 10° | 91 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 六月 | 27° | 16° | 96 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 七月 | 31° | 20° | 49 mm | ★★★★★ |
| 八月 | 29° | 18° | 69 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 九月 | 26° | 15° | 48 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 十月 | 18° | 7° | 37 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 十一月 | 8° | -1° | 18 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 十二月 | 4° | -6° | 28 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
气候 type: 大洲al. 来源： Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in South Dakota
高est and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How South Dakota compares，天气为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 |
气候 by national park in South Dakota
2 national parks mapped in this atlas
气候 by attraction in South Dakota
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
气候 by state park in South Dakota
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
最佳旅游时间 South Dakota
Go in 六月, 七月, 八月 and 九月. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: 一月, 二月 and 十二月 - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for South Dakota
Today is slightly warmer than average for 十月. The forecast high of 21°C is 3.6°C above the 18°C typical for this month.
A 16% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
阵风至65 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in 六月至八月.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 33°C.
What至pack, what至skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 18°C, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 65 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid 一月, 二月 and 十二月 - historically the least comfortable months here.
摘要
South Dakota is a state in 美国. South Dakota is a US state，首都是Pierre. 人口约为920.000. 首都是Pierre.
目前气温为8°C (47°F) in South Dakota，天气为阴天. 体感温度为5°C. 今天气温在6°C至21°C. 降水概率为16%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - 良好.
最佳旅游时间是South Dakota is 六月, 七月, 八月 and 九月. 气候为continental. 一月, 二月 and 十二月 tend至be the least comfortable months. 七月 is the warmest month，天气为average highs near 31°C, while 一月 is the coldest，天气为lows near -12°C.
Nearby highlights include Badlands National Park, 风 Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
简单来说。 Today is slightly warmer than average for 十月. The forecast high of 21°C is 3.6°C above the 18°C typical for this month. The best window至be outside is roughly 10 AM至1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in South Dakota today at 9.6/10. 阵风至65 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about South Dakota
天气 map for South Dakota
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Explore South Dakota
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Dakota?
South Dakota is a state in 美国. Its coordinates are 44.3683, -100.351. It lies in 北美洲.
What is the weather like in South Dakota现在?
It is currently 8°C (47°F)，天气为阴天. 湿度 is 39% and wind is 7 km/h.
When is the best time至visit South Dakota?
六月, 七月, 八月 and 九月 offer the most comfortable conditions in South Dakota, which has a continental climate. 一月, 二月 and 十二月 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 1:50 AM.
How many people live in South Dakota?
South Dakota has a population of approximately 920.000.
What are the top things至do in South Dakota?
Popular options include Badlands National Park, 风 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, 风 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. |
|---|---|
| 预报 and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| 空气质量 and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| 气候 averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National 天气 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 十月 25, 2026 at 1:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
