South Dakota Weather

Welcome to the live South Dakota weather hub. Get current conditions, hourly forecasts, 7-day outlooks, and severe weather alerts for the largest cities in South Dakota — all on one page.

South Dakota is part of Great Plains and has a humid continental climate. In simple terms, the Great Plains experience wide temperature swings, fast-moving cold fronts, intense thunderstorms, hail, and frequent tornadoes during spring and early summer. Because South Dakota can span hundreds of miles and several climate zones, local weather may differ noticeably from the statewide average, which is why city-level forecasts are essential.

Below you'll find direct links to live forecasts for 0 major South Dakota cities. Each city page includes today's temperature, hour-by-hour conditions, a 7-day forecast, and any active storm or weather alerts pulled from official sources.

Use the weather maps page to see interactive radar, precipitation, cloud cover, temperature, and wind layers covering South Dakota and the rest of the United States. Use the hourly page for a deeper look at the next 24 hours, and the 7-day forecast page for extended planning.

South Dakota weather changes throughout the year and you should always check the latest forecast before traveling, planning outdoor events, or preparing for severe weather. Bookmark this page for quick access to live South Dakota weather, temperature today, rain and storm forecasts, and current conditions across the state.