The best times to visit Aberdeen for ideal weather are

May 21st to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Aberdeen Travel Info

Weather in Aberdeen

Temperature

Average temperatures in Aberdeen vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Aberdeen, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 87.9°F (31.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 60°F (15.6°C) at night.

Aberdeen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Aberdeen Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Aberdeen Perceived Temperature (F)

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Aberdeen Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Aberdeen Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 24.9 12.1 0.1
Feb 26.3 13.4 1.9
Mar 43.5 30 18.2
Apr 59.1 43.7 29.9
May 71.9 56.7 42.7
Jun 80.9 66.8 53
Jul 86.6 72.5 58.5
Aug 84.1 69.1 54.9
Sep 77.7 60.7 46.1
Oct 62.2 46.7 34.4
Nov 46.2 31.3 18.9
Dec 27.2 15.9 5.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -3.9 -11.1 -17.7
Feb -3.2 -10.3 -16.7
Mar 6.4 -1.1 -7.7
Apr 15.1 6.5 -1.2
May 22.2 13.7 5.9
Jun 27.2 19.3 11.7
Jul 30.3 22.5 14.7
Aug 28.9 20.6 12.7
Sep 25.4 15.9 7.8
Oct 16.8 8.2 1.3
Nov 7.9 -0.4 -7.3
Dec -2.7 -8.9 -14.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Aberdeen are November, February, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late November. For example, on the week of November 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Aberdeen? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Aberdeen is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Aberdeen.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Aberdeen (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 8% 6.2 0.7
Feb 7% 6.8 0.8
Mar 9% 6.6 1
Apr 18% 4 2.3
May 23% 0 4.1
Jun 27% 0 3.4
Jul 20% 0 4.2
Aug 11% 0 2.3
Sep 14% 0 2.1
Oct 14% 2.1 2.3
Nov 3% 3.1 0.3
Dec 8% 4.1 0.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 8 15.7 1.8
Feb 7 17.3 2
Mar 9 16.8 2.5
Apr 18 10.2 5.8
May 23 0 10.4
Jun 27 0 8.6
Jul 20 0 10.7
Aug 11 0 5.8
Sep 14 0 5.3
Oct 14 5.3 5.8
Nov 3 7.9 0.8
Dec 8 10.4 2.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Aberdeen has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (52.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (69.4%).

Wind in Aberdeen is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 10.7 knots (12.3 MPH or 19.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 19.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Aberdeen.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 9.3 Gentle breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Feb 8.8 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Mar 9.6 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Apr 10.7 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze
May 10.2 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze
Jun 8.5 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Jul 7.4 Gentle breeze 15.5 Strong breeze
Aug 6.9 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Sep 8.2 Gentle breeze 15.6 Strong breeze
Oct 9 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
Nov 8.8 Gentle breeze 16.3 Strong breeze
Dec 8.7 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 67.4%
Feb 67.3%
Mar 65.5%
Apr 52.7%
May 52.3%
Jun 57.7%
Jul 60%
Aug 64.1%
Sep 58.5%
Oct 57.7%
Nov 60.9%
Dec 69.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Aberdeen?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Aberdeen, SD, US is August, followed by March and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Aberdeen in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.6 in June means 55.6% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Aberdeen Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.7°F (24.8°C) and 26.7°F (-2.9°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Aberdeen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.1°F (26.2°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Aberdeen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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