Ames, South Dakota

Ames: Situated in the central region of South Dakota within Hand County, this small unincorporated community lies on the vast expanse of the Great Plains.

About

Ames is a city located in the county of Hand in the U.S. state of South Dakota.

Quick Facts about Ames

State South Dakota (United States)
County Hand County
Latitude & Longitude 44.2692,-99.0848
Time Zone America/Chicago
Local time 21:28:07 (6th November 2026)
Weather 28℉ Cloudy 7-days weather

Geography

Ames is located at 44°16'9"N 99°5'5"W (44.2691500, -99.0848200).

Ames map

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Weather

28°F
Cloudy
6 mph E Tonight

Cloudy, with a low around 28. East wind around 6 mph.

7-Day Forecast

Closest post offices linked to Ames.

Post Office Name City ZIP
Gann Valley Post Office Gann Valley (SD) 57341

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