Henden, SD has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The area experiences four distinct seasons, with hot summers being the most extreme in temperature. Winters are cold and snowfall is common during the months of November through April. Precipitation is abundant throughout the year, resulting in a moderate amount of snowfall each winter. Spring and fall are usually mild but can have unpredictable weather patterns at times. Despite this, Henden remains an ideal spot for outdoor activities year round due to its unique climate.
Henden, South Dakota gets 27 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Henden averages 39 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 211 sunny days per year in Henden. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Henden gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 80 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 5
Rain: averages 27 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 39 inches of snow a year