Climate and monthly weather forecastOrient, SD
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Orient, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C). January, noted for its average high-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C), is considered the coldest month. Weather in January »Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Orient, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C). Orient's February average high-temperature settles at a still subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C), showing a near match with the preceding month. Weather in February »Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Orient, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 41.4°F (5.2°C). As Orient steps into March, a marked temperature rise is observed, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). Weather in March »Weather in April
April in Orient, South Dakota, is a cool spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C). As April sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) in March to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Orient, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 48.2°F (9°C). May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in April to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Weather in May »Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is a moderately hot month in Orient, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.6°F (14.8°C) and max 77.9°F (25.5°C). Orient's weather in June presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in May to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). Weather in June »Weather in July
July, like June, in Orient, South Dakota, is another warm summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64.6°F (18.1°C) and an average high of 85.8°F (29.9°C). In Orient, July is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 85.8°F (29.9°C) and a low of 64.6°F (18.1°C). July's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Weather in July »Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Orient, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 84°F (28.9°C). The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84°F (28.9°C), barely varying from July's 85.8°F (29.9°C). Weather in August »Weather in September
September, the first month of the autumn in Orient, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.5°F (12.5°C) and max 75.4°F (24.1°C). The advent of September brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from 84°F (28.9°C) in August to a still moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). Weather in September »Weather in October
October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Orient, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C). As Orient welcomes October, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). Weather in October »Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another chilly month in Orient, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C). Orient's average high-temperature decreases in November, falling from a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) in October to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Weather in November »Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Orient, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C). December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). Weather in December »Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.
Throughout the year, there are 97.3 rainfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall.
Throughout the year, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of snow is accumulated.
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.
The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.
The month with the lowest UV index is February, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
In Orient, snow does not fall in June through September.
The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 15h and 30min of daylight.
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
July stands out as Orient's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 85.8°F (29.9°C) and a low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C).
July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.
With an average of 11h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year.
September is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 60%.
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
Average temperature
Orient, SD
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).
Average pressure
Orient, SD
- Average pressure in January:
30.16"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.16"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.06"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.94"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.91"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.84"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.9"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.91"Hg - Average pressure in September:
29.95"Hg - Average pressure in October:
29.98"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.06"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.13"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed
Orient, SD
- Average wind speed in January:
10.6mph - Average wind speed in February:
10.3mph - Average wind speed in March:
10.5mph - Average wind speed in April:
11.3mph - Average wind speed in May:
10.2mph - Average wind speed in June:
9.8mph
- Average wind speed in July:
9mph - Average wind speed in August:
8.9mph - Average wind speed in September:
10.3mph - Average wind speed in October:
11.1mph - Average wind speed in November:
10.5mph - Average wind speed in December:
10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).
Average humidity
Orient, SD
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).
Average rainfall
Orient, SD
- Average rainfall in January:
0.43" - Average rainfall in February:
0.67" - Average rainfall in March:
0.94" - Average rainfall in April:
1.5" - Average rainfall in May:
2.09" - Average rainfall in June:
2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days
Orient, SD
- Average rainfall days in January:
2.4 days - Average rainfall days in February:
1.3 days - Average rainfall days in March:
6.9 days - Average rainfall days in April:
10.8 days - Average rainfall days in May:
13.6 days - Average rainfall days in June:
15 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
12.7 days - Average rainfall days in August:
11.8 days - Average rainfall days in September:
9 days - Average rainfall days in October:
7.7 days - Average rainfall days in November:
3.6 days - Average rainfall days in December:
2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall
Orient, SD
- Average snowfall in January:
2.68" - Average snowfall in February:
4.21" - Average snowfall in March:
2.05" - Average snowfall in April:
2.09" - Average snowfall in May:
0.04" - Average snowfall in June:
0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days
Orient, SD
- Average snowfall days in January:
10.1 days - Average snowfall days in February:
10.1 days - Average snowfall days in March:
6.6 days - Average snowfall days in April:
3.6 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.2 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in October:
1.9 days - Average snowfall days in November:
4.5 days - Average snowfall days in December:
10 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Orient, SD
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 18min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 30min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 30min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 54min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 30min
- Average daylight in July:
15h and 12min - Average daylight in August:
14h and 0min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 30min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 54min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 36min - Average daylight in December:
8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January:
4h and 6min - Average sunshine in February:
5h and 0min - Average sunshine in March:
5h and 48min - Average sunshine in April:
7h and 30min - Average sunshine in May:
8h and 54min - Average sunshine in June:
10h and 6min
- Average sunshine in July:
11h and 0min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 36min - Average sunshine in September:
8h and 36min - Average sunshine in October:
6h and 24min - Average sunshine in November:
5h and 36min - Average sunshine in December:
4h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days
Orient, SD
- Average sunshine days in January:
18.8 days - Average sunshine days in February:
17.2 days - Average sunshine days in March:
17.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
14.3 days - Average sunshine days in May:
14.8 days - Average sunshine days in June:
12.4 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
15.6 days - Average sunshine days in August:
16.3 days - Average sunshine days in September:
18.9 days - Average sunshine days in October:
21.2 days - Average sunshine days in November:
22.1 days - Average sunshine days in December:
20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).
Average UV index
Orient, SD
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
Orient, SD
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility
Orient, SD
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
