South Dakota Temperature Records
All-time high and low temperatures recorded in South Dakota, with monthly records dating back to 1970.
Key Facts
- Record High: The hottest temperature ever recorded in South Dakota is 120°F, set on July 15, 2006.
- Record Low: The coldest temperature ever recorded in South Dakota is -58°F, set on February 17, 1936.
- Data Coverage: Based on 57 years of data from 1,191 NOAA weather stations.
Related Analysis
All-Time Record High
120°F
July 15, 2006
Official NOAA Record
All-Time Record Low
-58°F
February 17, 1936
Official NOAA Record
Monthly Temperature Records
| Month | Record High | Record Low |
|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F(2015) | -47°F(2009) |
| February | 80°F(2006) | -47°F(1994) |
| March | 90°F(2012) | -40°F(1998) |
| April | 100°F(1980) | -22°F(1975) |
| May | 105°F(1992) | 3°F(1997) |
| June | 114°F(1988) | 19°F(2022) |
| July | 120°F(2006) | 23°F(1972) |
| August | 114°F(1980) | 20°F(1977) |
| September | 110°F(2001) | 5°F(1985) |
| October | 101°F(1993) | -21°F(2020) |
| November | 89°F(1999) | -29°F(1976) |
| December | 77°F(1998) | -60°F(1989) |
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