Turner County Climate
Turner County, South Dakota
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Avg Annual Temp
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Annual Precip
26.5"
Annual Snowfall
40.9"
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About Turner County Weather
A More Humid Plains Profile
While specific temperature data is limited for Turner, its 26.5 inches of precipitation exceeds the state average. This suggests a more moisture-rich environment than the national median for this latitude.
Leading the State in Precipitation
Turner is one of the wetter counties in South Dakota, recording nearly four inches more precipitation than the 22.7-inch state average. It serves as a key agricultural zone due to this extra moisture.
Snowier Than Its Southern Neighbors
The county records 40.9 inches of snowfall annually, which is higher than Yankton's 38.1 inches. This extra winter moisture defines the local seasonal experience.
Wet Summers and Active Winters
Though temperature averages are unavailable, the 26.5 inches of rain mostly falls during the growing season. Winter remains active with over 40 inches of total snowfall.
Manage Moisture and Winter Travel
Homeowners should focus on basement drainage and moisture control to handle the high precipitation rate. Reliable winter tires are recommended to navigate the 40.9-inch annual snowfall.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.