Climate Comfort Score
57/100
Moderate
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Oahe Dam, SD Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Oahe Dam, South Dakota has an average annual temperature of 47°F and a climate comfort score of 57/100 (Moderate). Annual precipitation totals 19.3". Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
47°F (8°C)
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
34°F
Annual Precip
19.3"
Comfort Score
57/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
47°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
19.3"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Oahe Dam) 57.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Oahe Dam area.
Warming context for Oahe Dam
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Oahe Dam captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 8°F (-13°C) | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.4" | 30.5 | 0.0 |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 11°F (-12°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6" | 27.6 | 0.0 |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 21°F (-6°C) | 33°F (1°C) | 0.8" | 26.4 | 0.0 |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 32°F (0°C) | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8" | 14.5 | 0.3 |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 44°F (7°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2" | 2.5 | 1.3 |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3" | 0.0 | 4.7 |
| July | 89°F (32°C) | 61°F (16°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6" | 0.0 | 14.2 |
| August | 87°F (31°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3" | 0.0 | 14.1 |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 49°F (10°C) | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6" | 1.0 | 5.5 |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 36°F (2°C) | 49°F (10°C) | 1.6" | 10.5 | 0.7 |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 24°F (-5°C) | 35°F (2°C) | 0.6" | 25.6 | 0.0 |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 12°F (-11°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.5" | 30.3 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 0.4"
February 0.6"
March 0.8"
April 1.8"
May 3.2"
June 3.3"
July 2.6"
August 2.3"
September 1.6"
October 1.6"
November 0.6"
December 0.5"
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 5
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
May 6
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
7,361
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
809
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Oahe Dam, SD
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Oahe Dam, South Dakota as a location with an annual average temperature of 47°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 60°F to a mean daily low of 34°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00396170, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Oahe Dam receives roughly 19.3 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near May 6 and the first fall freeze near October 5. For energy use, 7,361 heating degree days and 809 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Oahe Dam scores 57/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Oahe Dam, SD? ▼
The average annual temperature in Oahe Dam, South Dakota is 47°F. The warmest month averages 89°F (32°C) and the coldest averages 8°F (-13°C).
How much rain does Oahe Dam get? ▼
Oahe Dam receives 19.3 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Oahe Dam? ▼
Oahe Dam has a climate comfort score of 57/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Oahe Dam? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Oahe Dam.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Oahe Dam? ▼
Oahe Dam has 7,361 heating degree days and 809 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Oahe Dam climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USC00396170. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USC00396170. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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