Weather & Climate in Shamrock Colony, SD
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shamrock Colony experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,402 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,402 ft (427 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6210°N, 97.9651°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Clark County County |
| Nearest Airport | Huron Regional (HON) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 4.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 61.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
5 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Oct 25, 1990 | 8 km N of Plankinton, South Dakota | M3.6 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Jul 26, 2002 | 0 km WSW of Huron, South Dakota | M3.1 | 35 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2014 | 11 km NE of Bijou Hills, South Dakota | M3.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jul 3, 1995 | 9 km SSW of Fort Thompson, South Dakota | M2.8 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 16, 2022 | 9 km NE of Plankinton, South Dakota | M2.5 | 101 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
449 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 231 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 18, 2014 | EF4 | 74 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2003 | EF4 | 41 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1998 | EF4 | 100 km | 14.0 mi | 6 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF4 | 99 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 2022 | EF3 | 92 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 24, 2006 | EF3 | 68 km | 24.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2003 | EF3 | 75 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2003 | EF3 | 28 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1993 | EF3 | 52 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 69 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1992 | EF3 | 70 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1984 | EF3 | 34 km | 27.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 1983 | EF3 | 70 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 1, 1973 | EF3 | 82 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Jun 15, 1970 | EF3 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1969 | EF3 | 93 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1961 | EF3 | 97 km | 156.3 mi | 1 |
| May 30, 2022 | EF2 | 91 km | 12.4 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 2022 | EF2 | 75 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 2022 | EF2 | 89 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
3 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: GANN VALLEY (2,534 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | GANN VALLEY | 2,534 | 89 km |
| 2000 | PHEASANT OPENER | 1,206 | 78 km |
| 2009 | TAHOHPI WUI RX | 1,166 | 43 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.7 in |
Shamrock Colony has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 16°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (0.6").