What is the climate in the Black Hills?
The Black Hills are very seasonal. In general, here’s what you can expect from South Dakota’s four seasons: • Summer (mid-June – mid-September) Warm (sometimes hot) days and cool nights are the norm from mid-June through mid-September. • Fall (mid-September – November) Comfortable warm weather through September and crisp cool weather into November make fall an excellent time to explore South Dakota. • Winter (December – early March) While temperatures can be cold, cold spells usually alternate with milder weather. Snowfall is prevalent-providing excellent conditions for winter sports. • Spring (late March – mid-June) Mostly sunny days, but this can be the rainy season. Spring snow showers are a possibility through early May. Temperatures can range from the 40s (4C) to the 80s (27C).
