The best times to visit Black Hills for ideal weather are

December 17th to March 25th

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

 

 


Other Black Hills Travel Info

Weather in Black Hills

Temperature

Average temperatures in Black Hills vary somewhat. 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 39th 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 Black Hills, the hottest months are February, January, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 78.9°F (26.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 49.7°F (9.8°C) at night.

Black Hills Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Black Hills 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.

Black Hills Perceived Temperature (F)

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Black Hills Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Black Hills 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 76.9 62.7 48.7
Feb 76.7 62.7 49
Mar 71.7 58.6 46.2
Apr 65.2 52.6 40.9
May 58.7 47.9 38.2
Jun 53.1 43.2 34.6
Jul 53 42.5 33.5
Aug 56.3 45.5 35.8
Sep 60.5 49.4 38.3
Oct 64.9 53.2 41.1
Nov 69.2 57.2 44.9
Dec 72.5 59.9 46.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.9 17.1 9.3
Feb 24.8 17.1 9.4
Mar 22.1 14.8 7.9
Apr 18.4 11.4 4.9
May 14.8 8.8 3.4
Jun 11.7 6.2 1.4
Jul 11.7 5.8 0.8
Aug 13.5 7.5 2.1
Sep 15.8 9.7 3.5
Oct 18.3 11.8 5.1
Nov 20.7 14 7.2
Dec 22.5 15.5 8.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Black Hills are February, April, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early August with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 30th.

When can you find snow in Black Hills? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Black Hills.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Black Hills (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 10% 0 1.2
Feb 8% 0 0.8
Mar 10% 0 1
Apr 9% 0 0.8
May 12% 0 1.4
Jun 10% 0 1.1
Jul 15% 0 1.7
Aug 21% 0 2.4
Sep 18% 0 1.9
Oct 14% 0 1.3
Nov 15% 0 1.6
Dec 16% 0 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 3
Feb 8 0 2
Mar 10 0 2.5
Apr 9 0 2
May 12 0 3.6
Jun 10 0 2.8
Jul 15 0 4.3
Aug 21 0 6.1
Sep 18 0 4.8
Oct 14 0 3.3
Nov 15 0 4.1
Dec 16 0 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Black Hills has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is January (48.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (80.8%).

Wind in Black Hills is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and October. December’s average wind speed of around 7.2 knots (8.3 MPH or 13.3 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 October where average top sustained speeds reach 14 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Apr 4.9 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
May 5 Light breeze 9.4 Significant breeze
Jun 4.2 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.6 Light breeze 8.9 Significant breeze
Aug 5.8 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Oct 7.1 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Nov 6.8 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Dec 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 48.9%
Feb 53.2%
Mar 59.1%
Apr 66.5%
May 73.6%
Jun 80.8%
Jul 79.1%
Aug 71.7%
Sep 62.4%
Oct 56.2%
Nov 55.5%
Dec 51.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Black Hills?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; 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 Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Black Hills, TS, Australia is September, followed by October and January. 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 Black Hills in August. 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.4 in August means 54.4% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Black Hills Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. These months see moderate precipitation with 3 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Black Hills, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 70.8°F (21.6°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Black Hills to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 78.9°F (26.1°C) and 69.9°F (21.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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