The best times to visit Hill City for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 23rd

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

 

 


Other Hill City Travel Info

Weather in Hill City

Temperature

Average temperatures in Hill City vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th 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 Hill City, 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 82.7°F (28.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 54.6°F (12.6°C) at night.

Hill City Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Hill City 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.

Hill City Perceived Temperature (F)

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Hill City Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Hill City 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 35.8 24.8 14.5
Feb 34.7 23.1 13.1
Mar 47.9 34.5 23.4
Apr 51.3 38.5 27.6
May 60.6 47.9 36.7
Jun 72.8 58.9 46.1
Jul 80.6 66.7 53.2
Aug 80.2 65.2 51.4
Sep 72.6 57.3 43.5
Oct 56.4 43.3 32.4
Nov 45.1 33.2 22.6
Dec 34.5 23.5 13.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.1 -4 -9.7
Feb 1.5 -4.9 -10.5
Mar 8.8 1.4 -4.8
Apr 10.7 3.6 -2.4
May 15.9 8.8 2.6
Jun 22.7 14.9 7.8
Jul 27 19.3 11.8
Aug 26.8 18.4 10.8
Sep 22.6 14.1 6.4
Oct 13.6 6.3 0.2
Nov 7.3 0.7 -5.2
Dec 1.4 -4.7 -10.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Hill City are January, December, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th 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 Hill City? 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 Hill City.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Hill City (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 5% 0 0.4
Feb 6% 0 0.5
Mar 10% 0 0.9
Apr 22% 0 2.5
May 24% 0 3.6
Jun 29% 0 3.2
Jul 22% 0 2.5
Aug 16% 0 2.6
Sep 11% 0 1.5
Oct 11% 0 1.5
Nov 6% 0 0.6
Dec 6% 0 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1
Feb 6 0 1.3
Mar 10 0 2.3
Apr 22 0 6.4
May 24 0 9.1
Jun 29 0 8.1
Jul 22 0 6.4
Aug 16 0 6.6
Sep 11 0 3.8
Oct 11 0 3.8
Nov 6 0 1.5
Dec 6 0 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Hill City has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is September (39.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (53.7%).

Wind in Hill City is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by May and April. January’s average wind speed of around 6.7 knots (7.7 MPH or 12.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late March where average top sustained speeds reach 14.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.7 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Feb 6 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Mar 6.2 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Apr 6.3 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
May 6.4 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Jul 5.1 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 4.9 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Dec 6 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 44%
Feb 49.7%
Mar 42.1%
Apr 49%
May 53.7%
Jun 51.4%
Jul 46.7%
Aug 45.2%
Sep 39.8%
Oct 47.1%
Nov 41.7%
Dec 48.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Hill City?

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 Hill City, SD, US is August, followed by September and May. 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 Hill City in October. 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 51.9 in October means 51.9% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Hill City Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 66.8°F (19.3°C) and 37.7°F (3.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

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 5 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Hill City, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 75.5°F (24.2°C) and 39.8°F (4.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 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 Hill City to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 37.7°F (3.2°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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