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Today weather in Rapid City
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
21°
Partly cloudy
Low 12°
Rapid City will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 21 °F and cooling to about 12 °F in the evening. Gentle breezes are expected across Rapid City Today, with speeds reaching around 14 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 2.68 mm expected.
21° / 12°
Temp
58%
Rain
14 km/h
Wind
63%
Humidity
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Rapid City hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 06:46 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 06:00 PM | 06:41 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 14.9° | 14.8° | 14.4° | 14.4° | 13.8° | 13.7° | 13.5° | Sunrise | 12.3° | 13.6° | 15.3° | 16.7° | 16.9° | 17.4° | 18.3° | 19.5° | 20.7° | 21° | 20.6° | 19.7° | Sunset | 16.6° | 14.9° | 15.2° | 16.4° | 16.6° | |
| Feels like | 11.8° | 11.4° | 11.1° | 10.7° | 10.4° | 10.2° | 9.7° | 9.3° | 10.3° | 12.2° | 14° | 14.5° | 15.3° | 16.3° | 18.1° | 19.2° | 19.8° | 19.6° | 19.5° | 16.2° | 14.2° | 15.2° | 16.3° | 15.8° | |||
| wind speed | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 12 km/h | 14 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 11 km/h | 11 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 282° | 298° | 297° | 305° | 312° | 322° | 325° | 321° | 332° | 346° | 7° | 19° | 39° | 54° | 77° | 79° | 80° | 71° | 35° | 2° | 359° | 283° | 249° | 174° | |||
| wind direction | WNW | WNW | WNW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NNW | NNW | N | NNE | NE | NE | ENE | E | E | ENE | NE | N | N | WNW | WSW | S | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.9 mm | 1.5 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 6% | 12% | 5% | 14% | 14% | 5% | 9% | 8% | 12% | 5% | 6% | 6% | 12% | 15% | 19% | 28% | 51% | 74% | 74% | 23% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 41% | 41% | 43% | 45% | 48% | 51% | 53% | 58% | 57% | 57% | 62% | 63% | 64% | 64% | 62% | 59% | 60% | 64% | 72% | 87% | 95% | 94% | 86% | 80% | |||
| dew point | 1.7° | 1.7° | 2° | 2.5° | 3.1° | 3.7° | 4.1° | 4.2° | 5.2° | 6.9° | 9.4° | 10° | 10.5° | 11.4° | 12° | 12.3° | 12.9° | 13.6° | 14.4° | 14.4° | 14.2° | 14.3° | 14° | 13.1° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 5% | 5% | 6% | 23% | 61% | 98% | 34% | 100% | 100% | 34% | 65% | 52% | 80% | 16% | 31% | 36% | 84% | 96% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 2.4 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 3.4 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Rapid City today
The weather in Rapid City today is expected to be much cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 21 °F, compared to an average of 26 °F for September 27th in recent years.
temperatures
21 °F
rain
2.7 mm
wind
14 km/h
UV
Moderate
Rapid City daylight overview ☀️
Today in Rapid City, The sun rises at 06:46 and sets at 18:41, giving a total daylight duration of 11 hours and 55 minutes.
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The weather today in Rapid City - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Rapid City?
The maximum temperature for today in Rapid City is expected to be 21° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Rapid City? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 58% chance of rain in Rapid City today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Rapid City? 🌀
The wind in Rapid City is expected to blow at 14 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Rapid City today?
Given the forecast of 21 °F with a 58% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Rapid City today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Rapid City today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:46 and set at 18:41 in Rapid City.
How accurate is the weather forecast Rapid City today? ✅
Rapid City weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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