Francs PeakFrancs Peak at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Francs Peak
Francs Peak is best climbed in mid‑summer (July-September) when alpine snow has melted and approaches are safer.
Summer hiking
July-September · 5-20°C
Main hiking season; snow largely melted from trails and ridgelines are accessible.
Late spring
May-June · -5-10°C
Snowpack can linger; approaches may be slow and require post‑holing or crampons.
Weather & Climate near Francs Peak
Climate
Francs Peak's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -16°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (566 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
14°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -14° - -5° | -18° | 46 mm | - | - | 6.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -15° - -4° | -17° | 38 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -16° - -4° | -17° | 51 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -15° - -2° | -15° | 50 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -10° - 2° | -10° | 63 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -5° - 6° | -4° | 62 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -1° - 14° | 3° | 44 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 0° - 13° | 4° | 43 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -2° - 10° | 0° | 47 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -6° - 4° | -6° | 38 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -11° - -2° | -14° | 42 mm | - | - | 6.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -14° - -4° | -17° | 42 mm | - | - | 6.5 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Francs Peak
Francs Peak is reached via forest service roads and trailheads in western Wyoming. The common approaches start from trailheads off US‑26/89; exact access points vary-consult local ranger district information (Bridger‑Teton National Forest/Bridger Wilderness) for current road and trail conditions.
Tips for Visiting Francs Peak
- Plan for a backcountry hike; the route to Francs Peak involves long approaches over varied alpine terrain-check snow conditions early season.
- Bring altitude‑appropriate gear-temperatures can drop quickly after sunset even in summer.
- Use published topographical maps and GPS; cell coverage is unreliable in remote Wyoming ranges.