Climate Insights for Running Colors Airport

Meade County, South Dakota, United States

Hottest
July
31°C peak
Coldest
February
-9°C low
Wettest
July
75mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Running Colors Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 504mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 75mm of rainfall. Running Colors Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 139cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 2° Average: -4° Min: -8° Feb Max: 2° Average: -4° Min: -9° Mar Max: 10° Average: 2° Min: -3° Apr Max: 15° Average: 7° Min: 1° May Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 7° Jun Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Jul Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 17° Aug Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 15° Sep Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 11° Oct Max: 15° Average: 8° Min: 2° Nov Max: 10° Average: 3° Min: -2° Dec Max: 3° Average: -3° Min: -7°
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Average
Min

Running Colors Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 13mm Feb Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 20mm Mar Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 22mm Apr Precipitation: 71mm Snow: 32mm May Precipitation: 74mm Snow: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 75mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 37mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 13mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 12mm Dec Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow

Running Colors Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 504mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 42mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 75mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 15mm. That's 60mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 139cm accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Running Colors Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

74 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Running Colors Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Running Colors Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -9°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 74 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -3 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 182mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 174mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -9 to 3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Expect around 56cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -4°
Feb -4°
Mar
Apr
May 13°
Jun 21°
Jul 23°
Aug 21°
Sep 17°
Oct
Nov
Dec -3°

The best time to visit Running Colors Airport is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 53mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -9°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Running Colors Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-8 °C
2 °C
4 km/h
15 mm
13 cm
Feb
-9 °C
2 °C
4 km/h
23 mm
20 cm
Mar
-3 °C
10 °C
4 km/h
38 mm
22 cm
Apr
1 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
71 mm
32 cm
May
7 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
74 mm
4 cm
Jun
14 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
17 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Oct
2 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
30 mm
13 cm
Nov
-2 °C
10 °C
4 km/h
17 mm
12 cm
Dec
-7 °C
3 °C
4 km/h
26 mm
23 cm
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