Carbon County Climate
Carbon County, Wyoming
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
43.2°F
Annual Precip
11.1"
Annual Snowfall
56.3"
Extreme Heat Days
14
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,705
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Carbon County
Climate Verdict
Carbon County has a cool, averaging 43.2°F annually, arid conditions receiving just 11.1 inches of precipitation annually, rare extreme heat with only 13.5125 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 56.3 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 21.8°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 67.5°F. The 46°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Carbon County closely matches the Wyoming statewide average temperature of 43.8°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Wyoming.
Climate Profile
About Carbon County Weather
A Cold and Dry Mountain Profile
Carbon County sits well below the national median temperature at 43.2°F. With only 11.1 inches of annual precipitation, it is significantly drier than the average U.S. county.
Typical of the High Wyoming Plains
The county's annual temperature of 43.2°F is nearly identical to the statewide average of 43.8°F. Its 11.1 inches of precipitation is slightly below the state average of 13.9 inches.
Warmer and Drier than Albany County
Carbon County is slightly warmer than neighboring Albany, but it receives 1.9 inches less total precipitation. It also sees about 11 fewer inches of snow annually than its eastern neighbor.
Cold Winters with Significant Snowfall
Winters are long and snowy, averaging 56.3 inches of snow and a January low of 21.8°F. Extreme heat is rare, with only 14 days per year topping 90°F.
Focus on Snow Removal and Insulation
With 56.3 inches of snow and few heat waves, residents should invest in quality snow removal equipment and attic insulation. Air conditioning is less critical here than in warmer northern Wyoming counties.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.