Dubois City

Wyoming town gateway to outdoor recreation

Best Things to Do in Dubois
Best Time
Getting There
Getting Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat
Shopping
Nightlife

At the foot of the Absarokas, Dubois feels like a cowboy outpost with climbers, anglers and backcountry skiers passing through. Visitors come for granite faces, elk hunting seasons, museum exhibits on frontier life and long, dusty backroads.

Costs

$80-200 per day (typical tourist)

Camping and budget options under $80; typical mid-range day $80-200 including lodging and meals.

Safety

Generally very safe, outdoor hazards present

Very low crime; main risks are wildlife encounters and severe mountain weather.

Best Time

June-September (best for access and warm weather)

Summer for hiking and fishing; early fall for colors; winter if prepared for snow sports.

Nearby Whiskey Mountain hosts one of the largest wintering concentrations of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep in the lower 48, with over 2,000 animals.

Local Time

6:08 PM

GMT-4

Weather

71°F

Clear

Population

7,597

Best Time to Visit Dubois#

Visit DuBois (by coordinates) in late spring through early fall for hiking, lakes, and scenic drives. Winters bring regular snow-good for winter sports if you’re prepared for cold and icy roads.

Summer

June - August

18 to 29°C (64 to 84°F)

Warm, humid summers good for lakes and hiking; mosquitoes can be persistent-choose mornings for outdoor activity and evening barbecues.

Spring/Autumn

April - May & September - October

4 to 18°C (39 to 64°F)

Variable weather-muddy trails in spring and colorful foliage in autumn; fewer people, crisp air, and great drives through the countryside.

Winter

November - March

-12 to 3°C (10 to 37°F)

Cold with regular snowfalls-excellent for snow sports nearby and quiet downtown strolls, but pack layers and patience for icy roads.

Climate

Dubois's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1090 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberAugustJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

36°

Warmest Month

-25°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-5°

Feels Like Freezing

-5°C

Temperature

-9° – 0°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

70 mm

Rainfall

4.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-3°

Feels Like Freezing

-3°C

Temperature

-9° – 2°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

67 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.3

UV Index

Low

10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

2°

Feels Like Cold

2°C

Temperature

-4° – 8°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

91 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

1° – 15°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

88 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.1

UV Index

High

13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

7° – 21°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

105 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.4

UV Index

High

14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

12° – 25°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

118 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.7

UV Index

Very High

15.0h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

14° – 27°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

109 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

14.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

14° – 27°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

98 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

Very High

13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

10° – 23°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

96 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.1

UV Index

High

12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cold

10°C

Temperature

4° – 16°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

75 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.6

UV Index

Moderate

11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

-1° – 9°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

89 mm

Rainfall

3.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.3

UV Index

Low

9.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-2°

Feels Like Freezing

-2°C

Temperature

-6° – 3°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

84 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.1h daylight

How to Get to Dubois#

How to Get Around Dubois#

Where to Stay in Dubois#

Budget

Near Route 219/US-322 - $60-100/night

DuBois (PA) has several low-cost motels and small inns along the main highway; practical for travelers on a budget or passing through.

Local motels and inns (DuBois listings) - Economy motels near Route 219.

Budget options on Booking.com - Basic rooms and roadside hotels.

Mid-Range

City centre/near I-80 access - $100-150/night

Mid-range chains and locally run hotels offer comfortable rooms with free breakfast and parking - convenient for business or leisure stops.

Hampton Inn DuBois (search Hilton) - Reliable mid-range chain option.

Comfort/Quality Inns (regional chains) - Comfortable rooms and breakfast included.

Luxury

Surrounding countryside - $170+/night

There are few full-service luxury hotels in DuBois; upscale stays usually mean private cabins, large vacation rentals, or boutique country inns nearby.

Private cabins and upscale rentals - Larger homes for families or groups.

Select boutique country inns nearby - Higher-end B&Bs in surrounding countryside.

Where to Eat in Dubois#

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Dubois’s restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Pizza

American

Burger

Chinese

Seafood

Sandwich

Donut

Mexican

Juice

Steak

Italian

Tex Mex

Ice Cream

Coffee Shop

Shopping in Dubois#

Shopping choices are limited to local retailers, convenience stores and a handful of downtown shops. Expect practical goods, a few specialty stores and standard chain options in nearby larger towns. For a wider selection you’ll likely need to drive to a regional center.

Nightlife in Dubois#

Nightlife is low-key, with a small selection of neighborhood bars, pubs and restaurant dining. Don’t expect late-night venues - evenings are typically local and relaxed.