Laramie Mountains

Mountains Wyoming mountain range forming eastern Rocky Mountain foothills

The Laramie Mountains rise in southeastern Wyoming, used for hiking, horseback riding, hunting and scenic drives across rolling foothills and granite outcrops.

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Laramie Mountains
Laramie Mountains region, southeastern Wyoming, United States (nearest city: Laramie, WY)
41.5266, -105.4997
Open year‑round (public lands; some trails seasonal)
Free (public mountain range)

How to Get to Laramie Mountains #

Laramie city (I‑80 corridor) is the primary gateway. From Laramie, US routes and Forest Service roads provide direct access to trailheads in the Laramie Mountains; consult local ranger stations for trail and road conditions.

Tips for Visiting Laramie Mountains #

  • Use established trails and consult local ranger stations for seasonal trail closures and fire warnings.
  • Plan for altitude variation: the Laramie Mountains are lower than the Rockies but weather changes quickly, so layer clothing.
  • If arriving from Laramie, allow time for acclimatization and carry maps - cell coverage can be patchy in the range.

Best Time to Visit Laramie Mountains #

Summer and early autumn are best for hiking and road access; winters are for experienced winter sports people with proper equipment.

Summer
June-August · 10-25°C
Best time for hiking, climbing and wildflower viewing.
Autumn
September-October · 0-15°C
Cooler, fewer bugs and brilliant aspen color.
Winter
December-February · -20-0°C
Snow sports possible; access limited and conditions harsh.

Weather & Climate near Laramie Mountains #

Climate

Laramie Mountains's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 24°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 13 mm.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-12° -1°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 13 mm.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-11°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 52 mm of rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 14°

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
24°

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 12°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-11°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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