Jones, SD County has a humid continental climate with warm to hot summers and cold winters. Precipitation is spread throughout the year, with an average annual total of about 34 inches (86 cm). Snowfall can be significant, especially during December through March. Due to Jones' location in southwestern South Dakota, it can experience strong winds and thunderstorms during its spring months. The area is also prone to occasional droughts and heat waves.
Jones County, South Dakota gets 20 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Jones County 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 Jones County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Jones County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 81 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 88 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 12
Rain: averages 20 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 41 inches of snow a year