The best times to visit Brookings for ideal weather are

May 14th to September 30th

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

 

 


Other Brookings Travel Info

Weather in Brookings

Temperature

Average temperatures in Brookings vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 47th 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 Brookings, 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 84.6°F (29.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.2°F (17.9°C) at night.

Brookings Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Brookings 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.

Brookings Perceived Temperature (F)

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Brookings Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Brookings 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 23.1 13.6 5.5
Feb 26.3 16.2 8.2
Mar 41.9 31.6 24
Apr 56.5 44.2 34.2
May 69.4 57.1 46.6
Jun 77.7 66.6 56.6
Jul 83.5 72.4 62.2
Aug 80.2 68.6 58.3
Sep 74 61 50.1
Oct 59.2 47.6 38.4
Nov 45.5 34.3 25.5
Dec 26.8 17.6 9.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -4.9 -10.2 -14.7
Feb -3.2 -8.8 -13.2
Mar 5.5 -0.2 -4.4
Apr 13.6 6.8 1.2
May 20.8 13.9 8.1
Jun 25.4 19.2 13.7
Jul 28.6 22.4 16.8
Aug 26.8 20.3 14.6
Sep 23.3 16.1 10.1
Oct 15.1 8.7 3.6
Nov 7.5 1.3 -3.6
Dec -2.9 -8 -12.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Brookings are January, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Brookings? 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 Brookings.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Brookings (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 0% 0 0.1
Feb 1% 0 0.1
Mar 6% 0 0.4
Apr 11% 0 1
May 15% 0 1.9
Jun 19% 0 3.7
Jul 13% 0 2.3
Aug 13% 0 2.9
Sep 8% 0 1.3
Oct 10% 0 1.4
Nov 3% 0 0.2
Dec 2% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0.3
Feb 1 0 0.3
Mar 6 0 1
Apr 11 0 2.5
May 15 0 4.8
Jun 19 0 9.4
Jul 13 0 5.8
Aug 13 0 7.4
Sep 8 0 3.3
Oct 10 0 3.6
Nov 3 0 0.5
Dec 2 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Brookings has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (52.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (72.1%).

Wind in Brookings 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 May where average top sustained speeds reach 21.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.8 Gentle breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Feb 8.7 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Mar 9.5 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Apr 10.7 Gentle breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze
Jun 7.8 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Jul 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.2 Strong breeze
Aug 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Sep 8.3 Gentle breeze 16.4 Strong breeze
Oct 9 Gentle breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
Nov 8.9 Gentle breeze 16.8 Strong breeze
Dec 8.5 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.6%
Feb 67%
Mar 67.8%
Apr 52.1%
May 52.1%
Jun 57.6%
Jul 58.9%
Aug 62.4%
Sep 56.4%
Oct 56.7%
Nov 58.8%
Dec 72.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Brookings?

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 Brookings, SD, US is June, followed by May 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 Brookings in November. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 48.4 in November means 48.4% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Brookings Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Brookings, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 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 Brookings to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 20°F (-6.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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