Yankton (SD) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Yankton’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The weather in Yankton experiences significant differences between warm and cold seasons, with big shifts in temperature. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -1°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around -12°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Yankton by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 14 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 6 days. For more information, please visit our Yankton Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Yankton Temperatures Compared World Wide
Yankton’s average annual maximum temperature is 15°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Yankton’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Yankton climate page.
Current temperature in Yankton (SD)
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