Lincoln County Climate
Lincoln County, Wyoming
Avg Annual Temp
38.6°F
Annual Precip
13.4"
Annual Snowfall
49.5"
Extreme Heat Days
5.085714285714286
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Lincoln County Weather
Deep Cold in the High Country
Lincoln County is one of the coldest regions in the nation, with an average annual temperature of just 38.6°F. This is nearly 15 degrees below the national median, reflecting its high-altitude mountain environment.
Below the State Average
While Wyoming is generally cold, Lincoln County’s 38.6°F average is significantly lower than the state average of 43.8°F. It represents the harsher side of the state's climate spectrum.
Colder Than Its Peers
Lincoln County is much colder than neighboring Park County, which averages 42.4°F. It shares the high-elevation characteristics of the western border but stays consistently chilled throughout the year.
Short Summers and Long Winters
Extreme heat is rare here, with only 5 days per year reaching 90°F. Conversely, winter is long and brutal, featuring a January average of just 15.0°F and 49.5 inches of annual snowfall.
Focus on Winter Survival
Heating costs are a primary consideration given the 16.4°F winter average. Residents need high-performance winter gear and vehicles equipped for significant ice and snow for much of the year.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.