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- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average snowfall
- Average snowfall days
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Amherst, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C). The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 19°F (-7.2°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C). Weather in January »
Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.3°F (-13.7°C) and max 21.4°F (-5.9°C). February observes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C), marking an insignificant difference from January's 19°F (-7.2°C). Weather in February »
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C). The arrival of March is marked by a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) in February to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Weather in March »
Weather in April
April is a cool spring month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 51.8°F (11°C). April's onset brings a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, soaring from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in March to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). Weather in April »
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 65.7°F (18.7°C). With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in April to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). Weather in May »
Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in Amherst, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57°F (13.9°C) and 75.2°F (24°C). The arrival of June signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) in May to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, the same as June, is another warm summer month in Amherst, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82°F (27.8°C) and an average low of 61.9°F (16.6°C). In Amherst, July is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low of 61.9°F (16.6°C). In July, the average heat index is appraised at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Weather in July »
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.1°F (27.3°C) and min 59.7°F (15.4°C). Amherst's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C), nearly consistent with the 82°F (27.8°C) of July. Weather in August »
Weather in September
September, the first month of the autumn in Amherst, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 72.7°F (22.6°C). September is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) in August to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C). October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is also an icy month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.2°F (4°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C). A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of November, reducing from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in October to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). Weather in November »
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Amherst, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 12.2°F (-11°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C). As November transitions into December, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Weather in December »
[Resources]Frequently asked questions
What is the coldest month in Amherst?
January, with its average high-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Amherst, South Dakota.
What is the most humid month in Amherst?
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.
What is the driest month in Amherst?
The month with the least rainfall in Amherst, South Dakota, is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in Amherst?
Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow in Amherst?
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December.
How much does it snow in Amherst?
Throughout the year, there are 68.5 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Amherst?
The month with the least sunshine in Amherst, South Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Amherst?
January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Amherst, South Dakota.
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Amherst?
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
What is the rainiest month in Amherst?
The month with the most rainfall in Amherst, South Dakota, is June, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Amherst?
June through September are months without snowfall in Amherst.
When are the longest days in Amherst?
With an average of 15h and 42min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Amherst, South Dakota.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Amherst?
June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What part of the year is the hottest in Amherst?
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low of 61.9°F (16.6°C), July stands out as the warmest month.
What month has the most sunshine in Amherst?
The month with the most sunshine in Amherst is July, with an average of 11h of sunshine.
What are the least humid months in Amherst?
The months with the lowest humidity in Amherst, South Dakota, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 62%.
What is the snowiest month in Amherst?
The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Amherst?
The month with the shortest days in Amherst, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
Average temperature
Amherst, SD
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure
Amherst, SD
- Average pressure in January:
30.16"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.17"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.08"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.96"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.93"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.85"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.91"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.91"Hg - Average pressure in September:
29.96"Hg - Average pressure in October:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.05"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed
Amherst, SD
- Average wind speed in January:
10.2mph - Average wind speed in February:
9.8mph - Average wind speed in March:
9.8mph - Average wind speed in April:
10.7mph - Average wind speed in May:
9.9mph - Average wind speed in June:
8.9mph
- Average wind speed in July:
8.1mph - Average wind speed in August:
8.2mph - Average wind speed in September:
9.6mph - Average wind speed in October:
10.8mph - Average wind speed in November:
10.1mph - Average wind speed in December:
10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity
Amherst, SD
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).
Average rainfall
Amherst, SD
- Average rainfall in January:
0.63" - Average rainfall in February:
0.71" - Average rainfall in March:
1.06" - Average rainfall in April:
1.81" - Average rainfall in May:
2.52" - Average rainfall in June:
3.62"
- Average rainfall in July:
2.99" - Average rainfall in August:
1.77" - Average rainfall in September:
1.5" - Average rainfall in October:
2.09" - Average rainfall in November:
0.67" - Average rainfall in December:
1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days
Amherst, SD
- Average rainfall days in January:
3.1 days - Average rainfall days in February:
2.4 days - Average rainfall days in March:
8.3 days - Average rainfall days in April:
11.7 days - Average rainfall days in May:
15.2 days - Average rainfall days in June:
16.8 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
13 days - Average rainfall days in August:
12 days - Average rainfall days in September:
9.5 days - Average rainfall days in October:
9.3 days - Average rainfall days in November:
4.3 days - Average rainfall days in December:
3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall
Amherst, SD
- Average snowfall in January:
4.49" - Average snowfall in February:
4.29" - Average snowfall in March:
3.5" - Average snowfall in April:
2.56" - Average snowfall in May:
0.24" - Average snowfall in June:
0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days
Amherst, SD
- Average snowfall days in January:
15.3 days - Average snowfall days in February:
13.8 days - Average snowfall days in March:
11.3 days - Average snowfall days in April:
4.5 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.4 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
1.7 days - Average snowfall days in November:
6.3 days - Average snowfall days in December:
15.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Amherst, SD
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 1min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 2min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 4min - Average daylight in May:
15h and 0min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 4min
- Average daylight in July:
15h and 2min - Average daylight in August:
14h and 1min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 3min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 5min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 3min - Average daylight in December:
8h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January:
3h and 4min - Average sunshine in February:
4h and 2min - Average sunshine in March:
5h and 1min - Average sunshine in April:
7h and 4min - Average sunshine in May:
9h and 0min - Average sunshine in June:
10h and 0min
- Average sunshine in July:
11h and 0min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 4min - Average sunshine in September:
8h and 5min - Average sunshine in October:
6h and 1min - Average sunshine in November:
5h and 1min - Average sunshine in December:
3h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days
Amherst, SD
- Average sunshine days in January:
14 days - Average sunshine days in February:
13.8 days - Average sunshine days in March:
12.8 days - Average sunshine days in April:
12.9 days - Average sunshine days in May:
12.3 days - Average sunshine days in June:
10.3 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
15.1 days - Average sunshine days in August:
15.4 days - Average sunshine days in September:
18.5 days - Average sunshine days in October:
17.9 days - Average sunshine days in November:
19.8 days - Average sunshine days in December:
15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index
Amherst, SD
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
Amherst, SD
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility
Amherst, SD
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
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