Climate and monthly weather forecast
Cheyenne, WY

A sunny day in front of the State Capitol building in Cheyenne, Wyoming
A sunny day in front of the State Capitol building in Cheyenne, Wyoming

The climate of Cheyenne, WY

Cheyenne, the county seat of Laramie County and the capital of the US State of Wyoming, has a cold semi-arid climate (Köppen classification BSk). The climate is characterized by cold, snowy, and dry winters and warm, sunny, and mildly rainy summers. The Chinooks occasionally tamper with the winter weather, making it moderately warm.

Spring weather in Cheyenne is varied. The first few weeks experience the temperature dropping below the freezing point, to as low as 26.6°F (-3°C). However, gradually, the weather becomes warmer, and the mercury stretches to 68°F (20°C) on average. There is a slight increase in rainfall in the later months of spring. Generally, the days remain mildly cold, sunny, and moderately wet. Expect very minimal crowds in Cheyenne during spring as the weather is still cold. The warm dressing is genuinely recommended.

Summer is experienced from June to August. This is a warm and pleasant period, with a temperature in the tolerable range of 48.2°F (9°C) and 82.4°F (28°C). Sweltering days are rare, but most days remain sunny and occasionally rainy. Summer in Cheyenne is the most frequented by tourists due to pleasant weather, both during the day and at night, appreciative of the elongated daylight hours.

Autumn stretches from September to mid-November. The temperature remains lovely in the first weeks - in the warm range of 44.6°F (7°C), and 71.6°F (22°C) - before dropping well below the freezing point as winter settles. Rainfall is mildly scarce, making most days dry and sunny with approximately nine hours of sunshine per day. The nights are extremely cold, and warm dressing is essential. The first snowfall in Cheyenne is received during autumn.

Winter is extremely cold, with the temperature dropping to as low as 15.8°F (-9°C) on the coldest days. Occasionally there are warm days where the temperature rises to 42.8°F (6°C). There are approximately six snowfall days per month during winter and an average of three rainfall days per month. Weather remains mildly sunny, though, with an average of seven hours of sunshine per day. Except for skating and skiing, other activities remain indoors.

The best time to visit Cheyenne, WY

The best time to visit Cheyenne is during spring, precisely from mid-April to May, and during the fall in September and October.
During spring, the winter chill tones down considerably, and the weather is kindly tolerable. Spring is a great time to engage in outdoor activities while basking in the warm sun. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty in the parks and gardens as trees blossom and disperse beautiful scents all over Cheyenne.
During autumn, Cheyenne experiences the best weather. The reflection of the golden leaves in the water bodies throughout Cheyenne provides a beautiful sight to behold. The temperature drops to tolerable ranges and the heat of summer dies off.
Both seasons have minimal rainfall and more sunshine, reducing any weather interruptions while touring Cheyenne. With a deficit of tourists, Cheyenne has lower rates on most things, minimal congestions, and flights and accommodations are not fully booked.

The worst time to visit Cheyenne, WY

Summer is not the best time to visit Cheyenne if one expects a peaceful vacation.
The temperature remains warm and pleasant throughout, but considering that all the other seasons are mildly cold, most tourists frequent Cheyenne during summer. This fact translates to huge crowds in the streets and noise everywhere. During summer schools are closed too - one more reason for congestion in Cheyenne. Prices for flights and hotels are higher than usual. Long queues are experienced everywhere, and tourists spill over to sidewalk cafes and parks. Most afternoons during summer, receive rainfall that brings interruptions to most outdoor activities.

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with an average temperature varying between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In Cheyenne, the average high-temperature in January is almost the same as in December - a still wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a wintry month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 37°F (2.8°C). In February, the average high-temperature is essentially the same as in January - a still wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cheyenne, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 47.5°F (8.6°C). In March, the average high-temperature increases from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April is a cool spring month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C). In April, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in March to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cheyenne, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C). In Cheyenne, the average high-temperature in May marginally rises from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is a moderately hot month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.4°F (25.2°C) and 53.6°F (12°C). In June, the average high-temperature soars, from a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in May, to a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, like June, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low of 59.9°F (15.5°C). July is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C). In July, the average heat index is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Cheyenne, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C). In August, the average high-temperature is essentially the same as in July - a still warm 81.1°F (27.3°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Cheyenne, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C). In September, the average high-temperature slightly decreases from 81.1°F (27.3°C) in August to a still warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 57.2°F (14°C). In Cheyenne, the average high-temperature in October declines considerably from a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Cheyenne, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In November, the average high-temperature drops from a mild 57.2°F (14°C) in October to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C). With an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C), December is the coldest month. Weather in December »
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FAQ

What is the driest month in Cheyenne?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cheyenne?

Throughout the year, there are 116 rainfall days, and 14.57" (370mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow in Cheyenne?

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December.

How many days does it snow in Cheyenne?

Throughout the year, in Cheyenne, there are 62 snowfall days, and 30.51" (775mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cheyenne?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cheyenne.

What is the most humid month in Cheyenne?

The most humid month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is February, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cheyenne?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

What is the snowiest month in Cheyenne?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Cheyenne?

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

What is the rainiest month in Cheyenne?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cheyenne?

In Cheyenne, Wyoming, snow does not fall in June through September.

When are the longest days in Cheyenne?

June has the longest days of the year in Cheyenne, with an average of 15h and 5min of daylight.

What is the warmest month in Cheyenne?

July is the warmest month in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with an average high-temperature of 82.4°F (28°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C).

What is the month with the most sunshine in Cheyenne?

July and August, with an average of 11.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Cheyenne.

When is the highest UV index in Cheyenne?

The months with the highest UV index in Cheyenne, Wyoming, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the least humid month in Cheyenne?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

What is the coldest month in Cheyenne?

With an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C), December is the coldest month in Cheyenne.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cheyenne?

The month with the shortest days in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is December, with an average of 9h and 16min of daylight.

Average temperature
Cheyenne, WY

Average temperature - Cheyenne, WY

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.3°F).

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Average pressure
Cheyenne, WY

Average pressure - Cheyenne, WY

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed
Cheyenne, WY

Average wind speed - Cheyenne, WY

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average rainfall
Cheyenne, WY

Average rainfall - Cheyenne, WY

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days
Cheyenne, WY

Average rainfall days - Cheyenne, WY

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall
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Average snowfall - Cheyenne, WY

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days
Cheyenne, WY

Average snowfall days - Cheyenne, WY

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight / Average sunshine
Cheyenne, WY

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Cheyenne, WY

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days
Cheyenne, WY

Average sunshine days - Cheyenne, WY

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

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Average UV index
Cheyenne, WY

Average UV index - Cheyenne, WY

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average visibility
Cheyenne, WY

Average visibility - Cheyenne, WY

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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