| Climate |
Wyoming has the second highest mean elevation in the
United States at 6,700 feet above sea level. The climate
is semiarid, but because of its topographical diversity,
it is also varied. Annual precipitation varies from as
little as five inches to as much as 45 inches a year,
some in the form of rain and some in snow.
Because of its elevation, Wyoming has a relatively
cool climate. Above the 6,000 foot level the temperature
rarely exceeds 100 F. Summer nights are almost
invariably cool, though daytime readings may be quite
high. Away from the mountains, low July temperatures
range from 50 to 60 F.
Average yearly precipitation for Wyoming, from 1961
to 1990, is shown on this chart from Oregon State
University. |
