Weather & Climate in Blunt, SD
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Blunt experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 43.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 / among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,619 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,619 ft (493 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 437/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5159°N, 99.9886°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Hughes County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pierre Regional (PIR) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 8.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 93.7% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 16.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 84.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| May 30, 2024 | 38 km NNW of Pierre, South Dakota | M3.7 | 48 km | 15 km |
| Oct 25, 1990 | 8 km N of Plankinton, South Dakota | M3.6 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 2011 | 2 km S of Fort Pierre, South Dakota | M3.3 | 37 km | 5 km |
| Aug 5, 2022 | 4 km ENE of Draper, South Dakota | M3.2 | 76 km | 9 km |
| Jul 12, 1998 | 7 km E of Corn Creek, South Dakota | M3.1 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jul 26, 2002 | 0 km WSW of Huron, South Dakota | M3.1 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Aug 15, 2017 | 8 km E of Agar, South Dakota | M3.0 | 36 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2014 | 11 km NE of Bijou Hills, South Dakota | M3.0 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jul 3, 1995 | 9 km SSW of Fort Thompson, South Dakota | M2.8 | 69 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
247 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 42 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 24, 2006 | EF3 | 96 km | 24.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 68 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1973 | EF3 | 34 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1971 | EF3 | 99 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1971 | EF3 | 58 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1971 | EF3 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1971 | EF3 | 66 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 9, 1957 | EF3 | 89 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2022 | EF2 | 93 km | 3.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 2020 | EF2 | 82 km | 1.6 mi | 1 |
| Aug 24, 2006 | EF2 | 73 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2001 | EF2 | 85 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1993 | EF2 | 32 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1992 | EF2 | 17 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1987 | EF2 | 56 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 1983 | EF2 | 72 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 1983 | EF2 | 74 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1974 | EF2 | 84 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1973 | EF2 | 97 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1971 | EF2 | 27 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
18 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LAPLANTE (14,777 acres, 2002).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2002 | LAPLANTE | 14,777 | 96 km |
| 2000 | HOUCK RANCH | 8,746 | 78 km |
| 2021 | DRY CREEK CA | 8,123 | 96 km |
| 2000 | HAYES | 4,627 | 86 km |
| 2006 | THOMPSON COMPLEX | 3,230 | 30 km |
| 2000 | CLOVER | 3,062 | 45 km |
| 2022 | HOLIDAY | 2,936 | 68 km |
| 2005 | LITTLE BEND | 2,789 | 63 km |
| 2023 | LITTLE BEND RX | 2,574 | 63 km |
| 2000 | GANN VALLEY | 2,534 | 93 km |
| 2006 | FOUR BEAR | 2,179 | 72 km |
| 2006 | FT PIERRE COMPLEX | 1,812 | 33 km |
| 2011 | HIGHWAY 47 | 1,800 | 68 km |
| 2005 | CHAOS | 1,539 | 64 km |
| 2001 | VAN METRE | 1,336 | 70 km |
| 2000 | BAD HORSE | 1,215 | 53 km |
| 2005 | N HYDE | 1,204 | 49 km |
| 2021 | FUZZY | 1,075 | 73 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in |
Blunt has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 19°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.5").