Sheridan County Climate
Sheridan County, Wyoming
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
43.5°F
Annual Precip
19.0"
Annual Snowfall
74.9"
Extreme Heat Days
24
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,849
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Sheridan County
Climate Verdict
Sheridan County has a cool, averaging 43.5°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 19.0 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 23.9625 per year above 90°F, heavy winter snowfall averaging 74.9 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 23.2°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 68.0°F. The 45°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
Sheridan County closely matches the Wyoming statewide average temperature of 43.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 5.1 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Sheridan County Weather
Cool Mountain Air in Sheridan
Sheridan’s 43.5°F average annual temperature sits more than 10 degrees below the national median. This mountain-influenced climate maintains a cool profile compared to the broader United States.
A Typical Wyoming Climate
The county closely mirrors the Wyoming state average of 43.8°F. However, its 19.0 inches of annual precipitation makes it much wetter than the state average of 13.9 inches.
Wetter Than Its Basin Neighbors
Sheridan receives significantly more moisture than adjacent Washakie County, which averages only 11.0 inches of rain and snow. Its 74.9 inches of annual snowfall also stands out in the region.
Cold Winters and Sharp Heat
July averages a mild 68.0°F, yet the county still records 24 days above 90°F each year. Winter dominates the calendar with an average January temperature of 23.2°F.
Prepare for Snow and Sun
Residents need high-capacity snow shovels to manage 75 inches of annual accumulation. Dual-purpose HVAC systems are wise to handle both sub-freezing winters and the three weeks of summer heat.
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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.