What is the best time to visit South Dakota?

The best time to visit South Dakota is from the months of May to September. Weather in South Dakota is usually temperate, with some drastic variations about the year. The spring season, from March to May if often discernable from its winter, although temperatures do rise. March receives significant snowfall and visitors looking to ski often visit during this time. The city begins to shake off the chill of winter, even as temperatures remain between 0-7C in March-April. Temperatures become significantly more comfortable come May, making it a popular month for tourist activities- the average is about 13C. The city receives most of its tourism in the summer season, when the temperatures remain at an average of about 19-23C during the months between June and August. July receives the largest number of tourists in the year. The temperatures are accompanied by higher humidity and lower wind speeds, although it remains a pleasant time to witness the natural beauty of the state. The fall season begins in September and lasts until November. The autumn colours make for a ideal time to visit the state, especially to escape warmer weather. Temperatures are an average of 17C in September bus fall drastically come October-November when they drop to 1-9C on average. September is a popular month to visit due to its milder climate. The winter season from December to February sees temperatures that can go as low as -11C. February receives a large number of tourists looking to ski.