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What to wear in South Dakota today?

Outfit tips based on the feels-like temperature, chance of rain, UV and wind for each part of the day.

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What to wear today in South Dakota

Thursday, Oct 29
Morning 6 AM–11 AM

38° feels like 33° · Very cold

  • Winter coat
  • Scarf and beanie
  • Gloves and warm socks

Rain 0% · UV 0.4 · Wind 7 mph

Midday – afternoon 11 AM–5 PM

55° feels like 53° · Cool

  • Jacket or fleece
  • Jeans or long trousers
  • Closed shoes

Rain 31% · UV 2.5 · Wind 14 mph

Evening 5 PM–11 PM

53° feels like 50° · Cool

  • Jacket or fleece
  • Jeans or long trousers
  • Closed shoes

Rain 0% · UV 0.6 · Wind 13 mph

What to wear tomorrow in South Dakota

Friday, Oct 30
Morning 6 AM–11 AM

43° feels like 39° · Cold

  • Sweater plus a warm jacket
  • Scarf
  • Closed shoes and socks

Rain 0% · UV 0.4 · Wind 8 mph

Midday – afternoon 11 AM–5 PM

56° feels like 54° · Cool

  • Jacket or fleece
  • Jeans or long trousers
  • Closed shoes

Rain 0% · UV 2.6 · Wind 11 mph

Evening 5 PM–11 PM

56° feels like 55° · Cool

  • Jacket or fleece
  • Jeans or long trousers
  • Closed shoes
  • Bring a folding umbrella

Rain 48% · UV 0.6 · Wind 12 mph

What to wear for each temperature

Feels-like temperatureHow it feelsWhat to wear
91° and aboveVery hotLight-colored, loose shirt in breathable fabric, shorts and sandals; carry water, use sunscreen and avoid the midday sun
82° – 91°HotShort-sleeved cotton or linen top, shorts or lightweight pants; quick-dry fabrics help in humid weather
73° – 82°PleasantT-shirt or light shirt, pants or a skirt; bring a light layer for air-conditioned places
64° – 73°MildLong sleeves, a light jacket, cardigan or hoodie
50° – 64°CoolJacket or fleece, jeans and closed shoes
37° – 50°ColdSweater plus a warm jacket, scarf, closed shoes and socks
23° – 37°Very coldWinter coat, beanie, gloves and warm socks
Below 23°FrigidInsulated parka over thermal layers, face covering, insulated gloves and boots; limit time outdoors

The feels-like temperature takes humidity and wind into account, so it is closer to how the weather actually feels than the air temperature. When the chance of rain is 35% or higher, bring an umbrella or raincoat and waterproof shoes; in snow and ice, wear boots with good grip; when the UV index is 6 or higher, wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen.