The climate in 57038 Jefferson, SD is generally mild throughout the year. Summers are warm and humid with average temperatures ranging from the upper 70s to the low 90s. Winters are cold and snowy, with average temperatures typically between 10-30 degrees Fahrenheit. Precipitation is evenly spread throughout the year, making it an ideal place for outdoor activities all year round.
Jefferson (zip 57038), South Dakota gets 30 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Jefferson (zip 57038) averages 32 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 208 sunny days per year in Jefferson (zip 57038). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Jefferson (zip 57038) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 84 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 85 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 10
Rain: averages 30 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 32 inches of snow a year