Snowy Range Scenic Byway, WY
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Biking
Not Recommended for biking. High near 43°F. Breezy winds (15 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (43°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Hiking
Good for hiking. High near 43°F. Light wind (15 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Good for camping. High near 43°F. Breezy winds (15 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Sledding / Snowshoeing
Fair for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 43°F. Breezy winds (15 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Snowy Range Scenic Byway
Snowy Range Scenic Byway is a Wyoming destination for a high-elevation scenic road and major winter recreation corridor.
Make the Most of a Snowy Range Scenic Byway Day
Match the route, launch, facility, or turnaround time to wind, precipitation, temperature, smoke, water, snow, road access, and daylight. Keep a shorter or more sheltered backup ready.
Weather Tips for Snowy Range Scenic Byway
- Check official access notices, alerts, road or trail conditions, fire restrictions, and local forecasts before leaving.
- Turn around before exposed ridges, canyon rims, or open ground become unsafe in lightning, heat, smoke, high wind, or poor visibility.
- Carry layers, water, navigation, sun protection, and seasonal traction or flotation appropriate to the activity.
- Allow extra time for remote roads, mountain passes, wildlife, spring runoff, wildfire smoke, and limited winter daylight.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Centennial
- Libby Flats
- Mirror Lake
- Medicine Bow Peak
- Saratoga
Plan Around the Conditions
Choose the safest version of a Snowy Range Scenic Byway day by matching the activity to current wind, precipitation, temperature, smoke, water or snow conditions, access, and daylight.
7-Day Forecast for Snowy Range Scenic Byway
Snowy Range Scenic Byway Weather by Season
Winter
Winter at Snowy Range Scenic Byway can bring snow, ice, strong wind, short daylight, and abrupt road or trail changes. Confirm grooming, avalanche information, ice conditions, and facility operations for the listed winter activities.
Spring
Spring brings freeze-thaw mud, snowmelt, high rivers, cold water, and lingering mountain snow. Lower routes generally open before high passes and backcountry trailheads.
Summer
Summer usually offers the broadest access, but heat, dry air, thunderstorms, lightning, wildfire smoke, reservoir wind, and cold mountain water can alter plans.
Fall
Fall brings cooler air, shorter daylight, hunting-season awareness, and early high-country snow. Confirm seasonal services and allow extra time on remote roads.
Key Climate Data Points
- Annual average temperature: around 35–43°F in nearby valleys, using the relevant local and elevation context.
- Annual snowfall: commonly 100–250 inches in the Snowy Range.
- Warmest months: July and August are normally warmest.
- Coolest months: December and January are typically coolest.
- Wettest season: winter and spring usually provide the greatest mountain precipitation, with local variation.
- Driest season: midsummer is generally driest, despite isolated thunderstorms.
- Best outdoor window: June through September for broad warm-season access, with midwinter best at established winter destinations.