Laramie MountainsWhen to Go
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 22
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -12° - -1° | -14° | 13 mm | - | - | 5.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -11° - 1° | -12° | 13 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -9° - 4° | -8° | 28 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -5° - 8° | -4° | 38 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -1° - 14° | 3° | 52 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 4° - 20° | 12° | 47 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 8° - 24° | 16° | 45 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 7° - 24° | 15° | 34 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 3° - 19° | 11° | 30 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -2° - 12° | 1° | 25 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -8° - 4° | -8° | 18 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -11° - 0° | -13° | 14 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.