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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Academy, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C). January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Academy, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C). With the transition into February, Academy notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C), closely resembling January. Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Academy, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C). The changeover to March signals a significant increase in the average high-temperature, rising from a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April is a moderate spring month in Academy, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C). April indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in March to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Academy, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C). May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Academy, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C). The onset of June brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in May to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July is a hot summer month in Academy, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.2°F (19°C) and 88°F (31.1°C). July, recognised by an average high temperature of 88°F (31.1°C) and a low of 66.2°F (19°C), is Academy's warmest month. In July, the average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Academy, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 85.8°F (29.9°C). August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C), diverging marginally from July's 88°F (31.1°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Academy, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.3°F (24.6°C) and an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C). September brings a drop in Academy's average high-temperature, falling from a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C) in August to a still moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Academy, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C). The shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is another chilly month in Academy, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C). November is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in October to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Academy, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C). As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is Academy's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and lows of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

How much does it rain?

Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow?

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall.

How many days does it snow?

In Academy, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

What is the snowiest month?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Academy, South Dakota. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, February is the month with the lowest UV index.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

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.

When it does not snow?

In Academy, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the rainiest month?

June is the month with the most rainfall in Academy. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When are the longest days?

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 24min of daylight.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What time of the year is the hottest?

July, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 88°F (31.1°C) and a low of 66.2°F (19°C).

What month has the most sunshine?

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 58%, September is the least humid month.

What is the driest month?

November is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Academy?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

Average temperature
Academy, SD

Average temperature - Academy, SD

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure
Academy, SD

Average pressure - Academy, SD

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed
Academy, SD

Average wind speed - Academy, SD

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity
Academy, SD

Average humidity - Academy, SD

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall
Academy, SD

Average rainfall - Academy, SD

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days
Academy, SD

Average rainfall days - Academy, SD

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall
Academy, SD

Average snowfall - Academy, SD

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days
Academy, SD

Average snowfall days - Academy, SD

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Academy, SD

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Academy, SD

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days
Academy, SD

Average sunshine days - Academy, SD

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average visibility
Academy, SD

Average visibility - Academy, SD

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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