Cody Wyoming Weather Report

The weather in the Big Horns around Cody, Wyoming is extremely variable with large temperature swings always possible.

• With minimal rainfall and nearly 300 days of sunshine, the Cody area is a very dry climate.
• The wind is almost constant and can decrease temperatures due to the wind chill factor.
• High temperatures in the summer can reach the upper 80’s while low temperatures in the winter can get to 10 °F.

Winter

As the temperatures begin to warm, the warm sunshine of Cody can be more readily felt. Although the area actually gets about 300 days of sunshine each year, the winter and spring temperatures still make the area very cold.

A cold winter can bring lows of 10 °F and the wind is almost a constant. So with the wind chill factor, it can feel like it is much lower. Average January temperatures in Cody are a maximum of 35.9 °F and a minimum of 12.8 °F. Annual snowfall averages about 39 inches.

The winds can come from any direction and can be quite strong at 30 to 40 mph, lasting for several days.

Spring around Cody is beautiful, although the Cody weather can still get fairly chilly. Storms often occur, with May getting the highest precipitation. Snow is definitely possible.

Average daytime temperatures during the spring range from lows of 40 degrees to highs in the 50s and 60s.

Summer

Summer months are the best time to visit, but you need to be prepared for changes in the weather. If it does snow, it is usually brief and melts quickly. Such events are not frequent, but there are sudden and drastic shifts in weather conditions.

Average July temperatures are a maximum of 84.9 °F and a minimum of 54.6 °F. Average high temperatures are in the 70s or 80s, lows in the upper 40s or low 50s. Some hot summers bring records of up to 100 °F.

Fall

Cody WY weather tends to be pleasant in autumn, but certainly temperatures drop, and sudden storms can roll in. The fall months bring a little decrease in the temperatures, but due to the dry climate, the extremely cold child of winter does not really set in until late November.

The average temperatures for fall range from the 50s for highs to the 30s or 40s for lows.

Prepare for Outdoor Activity and Extremes Changes in Temperature

• Dress in Layers - Layering your clothing is a tried-and-true way to ensure your comfort in the outdoors. The beauty of this simple concept is that it allows you to make quick adjustments based on your activity level and changes in the weather.
• Wear the Property Footwear for the Activity - Hiking boots are essential for individuals who will be hiking, trekking or hill walking while those individuals who will be rafting would want to consider a water shoe. Climbers will want to invest in, or rent climbing shoes. Whatever you decide, bringing along a comfortable pair of shoes for wearing after the activity, and a pair of flip-flops that can be worn in communal showers, is always a good idea.