Climate and monthly weather forecastWard, SD
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Ward, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and min 7.7°F (-13.5°C). January stands out as Ward's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C). Weather in January »Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Ward, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 10.9°F (-11.7°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C). February brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. Weather in February »Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Ward, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). Weather in March »Weather in April
April is a cool spring month in Ward, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.6°F (12°C) and min 37.2°F (2.9°C). Ward experiences a temperature shift with the start of April, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C) in March to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Weather in April »Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Ward, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 66.4°F (19.1°C). Ward's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). Weather in May »Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in Ward, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.9°F (24.4°C) and min 58.8°F (14.9°C). Ward, South Dakota, in June experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from May's comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). Weather in June »Weather in July
July, like June, in Ward, South Dakota, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C). Ward's temperature records reveal July as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and lows of 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout July, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Weather in July »Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Ward, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.2°F (15.1°C) and max 79.9°F (26.6°C). August begins with an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Weather in August »Weather in September
September, the first month of the autumn in Ward, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C). The beginning of September subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C) in August to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). Weather in September »Weather in October
October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ward, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C). A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, falling from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). Weather in October »Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is also an icy month in Ward, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C). A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in November, reducing from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in October to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). Weather in November »Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Ward, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Weather in December »Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) to a low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.
January and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.
Throughout the year, in Ward, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ward.
Throughout the year, there are 53.1 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
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.
June is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.
In Ward, snow does not fall in June through September.
With an average of 15h and 24min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
July is the month when Ward's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and lows of 62.2°F (16.8°C).
July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.
The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
Average temperature
Ward, SD
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).
Average pressure
Ward, SD
- Average pressure in January:
30.16"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.16"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.07"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.94"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.92"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.86"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.93"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.93"Hg - Average pressure in September:
29.98"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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed
Ward, SD
- Average wind speed in January:
10.7mph - Average wind speed in February:
10.7mph - Average wind speed in March:
10.9mph - Average wind speed in April:
11.6mph - Average wind speed in May:
10.1mph - Average wind speed in June:
9.3mph
- Average wind speed in July:
8.3mph - Average wind speed in August:
8.4mph - Average wind speed in September:
9.8mph - Average wind speed in October:
10.8mph - Average wind speed in November:
10.8mph - Average wind speed in December:
10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity
Ward, SD
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall
Ward, SD
- Average rainfall in January:
0.63" - Average rainfall in February:
0.67" - Average rainfall in March:
1.34" - Average rainfall in April:
2.28" - Average rainfall in May:
2.68" - Average rainfall in June:
3.15"
- Average rainfall in July:
2.76" - Average rainfall in August:
2.01" - Average rainfall in September:
1.61" - Average rainfall in October:
1.85" - Average rainfall in November:
0.63" - Average rainfall in December:
0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").
Average rainfall days
Ward, SD
- Average rainfall days in January:
2.7 days - Average rainfall days in February:
2.4 days - Average rainfall days in March:
8.3 days - Average rainfall days in April:
12.6 days - Average rainfall days in May:
15 days - Average rainfall days in June:
17.6 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
13.7 days - Average rainfall days in August:
12.8 days - Average rainfall days in September:
10.2 days - Average rainfall days in October:
9.4 days - Average rainfall days in November:
5.3 days - Average rainfall days in December:
3.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall
Ward, SD
- Average snowfall in January:
3.54" - Average snowfall in February:
4.13" - Average snowfall in March:
2.99" - Average snowfall in April:
2.01" - Average snowfall in May:
0.2" - Average snowfall in June:
0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days
Ward, SD
- Average snowfall days in January:
11.8 days - Average snowfall days in February:
9.9 days - Average snowfall days in March:
8.6 days - Average snowfall days in April:
3.5 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.5 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 days - Average snowfall days in October:
1.6 days - Average snowfall days in November:
5.6 days - Average snowfall days in December:
11.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Ward, 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 48min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 24min
- Average daylight in July:
15h and 6min - Average daylight in August:
14h and 0min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 30min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 0min - 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 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January:
3h and 48min - Average sunshine in February:
4h and 48min - Average sunshine in March:
5h and 42min - Average sunshine in April:
7h and 48min - Average sunshine in May:
8h and 42min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 36min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 30min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 0min - Average sunshine in September:
8h and 48min - Average sunshine in October:
5h and 54min - Average sunshine in November:
5h and 24min - Average sunshine in December:
4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days
Ward, SD
- Average sunshine days in January:
18.1 days - Average sunshine days in February:
17 days - Average sunshine days in March:
15.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
12.6 days - Average sunshine days in May:
14.3 days - Average sunshine days in June:
10.3 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
15.6 days - Average sunshine days in August:
15.1 days - Average sunshine days in September:
17.6 days - Average sunshine days in October:
18.5 days - Average sunshine days in November:
19.4 days - Average sunshine days in December:
18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index
Ward, SD
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
Ward, SD
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility
Ward, 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).
