Best Time to Visit Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA
Cheyenne is at its sunniest and driest in August–September.
The best time to visit Cheyenne for sunny, dry weather is August–September — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through September–March; the wetter half falls in April–August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from -2.7°C / 27.1°F in January to 20°C / 68°F in July, with rainfall from 11 mm / 0.4 in (January) to 63 mm / 2.5 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Cheyenne's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 19.3°C66.7°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 14.3°C57.7°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cheyenne?
The best time to visit Cheyenne for sunny, dry weather is August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 20°C / 68°F, and the driest is January with about 11 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cheyenne's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Cheyenne?
The rainy season at Cheyenne, Wyoming runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 33 mm / 1.3 in. The wettest single month is May (63 mm / 2.5 in).
What is the driest month in Cheyenne?
The driest month in Cheyenne is January, averaging about 11 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages -2.7°C / 27.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Cheyenne?
The least comfortable months for travel to Cheyenne — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 63 mm / 2.5 in in May, and the coldest month averages -2.7°C / 27.1°F.
Is Cheyenne climate different from United States of America overall?
Yes, usually. Our Cheyenne figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United States of America figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Cheyenne specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.