Okaton, SD enjoys a warm and pleasant climate with moderate temperatures throughout the year. The summers tend to be warmer than the winters, with average summer highs in the mid-80s Fahrenheit and average lows in the mid-40s Fahrenheit. The winter temperatures are typically below freezing, but snowfall is not too common as most of it melts within a day or two of landing on the ground. Overall, Okaton's climate is suitable for many activities and recreation year-round.
Okaton, South Dakota gets 20 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Okaton averages 41 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 228 sunny days per year in Okaton. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Okaton 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 89 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 12
Rain: averages 20 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 41 inches of snow a year