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Pierre (SD) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Pierre experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to very cold weather. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Pierre is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July to a very cold -1°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -13°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Pierre receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 513 mm annually. The seasons in Pierre, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 99 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 9.2 mm over 4 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Pierre Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Pierre (SD)

Mon   Dec 23
5°C | -5°C
W 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
6°C | -4°C
S 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
9°C | -2°C
SE 7 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

The best time of year to visit Pierre in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Pierre?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Pierre have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, November and December are very dry.
  • When is winter in Pierre?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Pierre?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Pierre?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Pierre?
    June tops the wettest month list with 99 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Pierre?
    November is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.

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