Lowry, South Dakota has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 32.8 °F (low) to 55.3 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 19.6 Inches. Lowry is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 4b. The growing season typically runs from the last frost around May 1 - May 10 through the first frost around Sep. 21 - Sep. 30.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.7 °F | 23.5 °F | 0.41 in. |
| February | 8.4 °F | 28.2 °F | 0.57 in. |
| March | 19.3 °F | 40.8 °F | 0.81 in. |
| April | 31.1 °F | 55.6 °F | 1.68 in. |
| May | 43.6 °F | 67.8 °F | 2.94 in. |
| June | 54.4 °F | 77.7 °F | 3.46 in. |
| July | 59.6 °F | 84.3 °F | 2.9 in. |
| August | 57.5 °F | 83.2 °F | 2.28 in. |
| September | 48.0 °F | 74.3 °F | 1.76 in. |
| October | 34.6 °F | 58.2 °F | 1.75 in. |
| November | 21.4 °F | 41.8 °F | 0.55 in. |
| December | 10.4 °F | 28.3 °F | 0.49 in. |
| Annual | 32.8 °F | 55.3 °F | 19.6 in. |
| Average First Frost Date | Sep. 21 - Sep. 30 |
| Average Last Frost Date | May 1 - May 10 |
| Average Days With Frost | 150-180 Days |
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 4b : -25°F to -20°F |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 4b : -25°F to -20°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Abnormally Dry |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |