Temperatures in July
It's hot in July in South Dakota with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for South Dakota in July. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of July
The month of July starts in South Dakota with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-July
By mid-July, the average daytime temperature rises to around 32°C, with nights close to 19°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in South Dakota will be around 32°C, with nights close to 19°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in July
In July, there is an average of 85 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 29% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in July for South Dakota. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
South Dakota in July |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 23°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 27°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 21°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
85 mm | 52 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is July a good time to visit South Dakota?
July is a great month to be in South Dakota for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for South Dakota in July
With 42°C, South Dakota hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in July 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in July in South Dakota
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in July in South Dakota, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in July in South Dakota
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in July for South Dakota, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for July, you can expect around 9 days of rain in South Dakota.
Daily UV Index in July in South Dakota
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July in South Dakota, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in July in South Dakota Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in July in South Dakota, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in July in South Dakota Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in July in South Dakota, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in July for South Dakota
Click on a specific day in July for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in South Dakota. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in South Dakota by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for South Dakota. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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