Best time to visit Rapid City

Q: When is the best time to visit Rapid City?

The best time to visit Rapid City is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Rapid City?

The hottest time of year in Rapid City is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Rapid City?

In terms of rainfall, May is usually the wettest month in Rapid City with 80mm on average. There are normally 12 days in May with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Rapid City?

The sunniest time of year in Rapid City is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 74% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit Rapid City?

The best time to visit Rapid City is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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Which is the hottest month in Rapid City?

The hottest time of year in Rapid City is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Rapid City?

In terms of rainfall, May is usually the wettest month in Rapid City with 80mm on average. There are normally 12 days in May with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Rapid City?

The sunniest time of year in Rapid City is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 74% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.