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Weather & Climate in Albin, WY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Albin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 68.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 5,358 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,358 ft (1,633 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,320/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4169°N, 104.1015°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Laramie County County |
| Nearest Airport | Western Nebraska Regional/William B Heilig Field (BFF) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 22.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 49.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.2.
| Jun 1, 2014 | 9 km NNW of Kersey, Colorado | M3.2 | 114 km | 1 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 7 km SW of Guernsey, Wyoming | M3.0 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Nov 2, 1992 | 5 km ESE of Lusk, Wyoming | M3.0 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 2019 | 7 km NE of Greeley, Colorado | M2.9 | 115 km | 6 km |
| Dec 19, 2013 | 33 km NE of Rock River, Wyoming | M2.8 | 142 km | 12 km |
| May 28, 2025 | 9 km ENE of Glendo, Wyoming | M2.6 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Aug 23, 2016 | 2 km SSE of Eaton, Colorado | M2.6 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2014 | 6 km NNE of Kersey, Colorado | M2.5 | 115 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
552 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 3 fatalities, 97 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 27, 1955 | EF4 | 62 km | 26.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 9, 1991 | EF3 | 64 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1985 | EF3 | 53 km | 48.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1979 | EF3 | 66 km | 8.8 mi | 1 |
| Jul 20, 1978 | EF3 | 84 km | 53.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1960 | EF3 | 60 km | 26.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1955 | EF3 | 92 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1955 | EF3 | 64 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2023 | EF2 | 42 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2023 | EF2 | 60 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2018 | EF2 | 86 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2017 | EF2 | 78 km | 31.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2017 | EF2 | 96 km | 25.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2017 | EF2 | 61 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 2010 | EF2 | 35 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2009 | EF2 | 33 km | 8.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 2005 | EF2 | 52 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 1998 | EF2 | 58 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1996 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1994 | EF2 | 96 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SIMMONS (20,950 acres, 2016).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2016 | SIMMONS | 20,950 | 98 km |
| 2022 | CARTER CANYON | 15,828 | 45 km |
| 2000 | CO LINE | 10,961 | 45 km |
| 2024 | SCHIFF | 6,714 | 98 km |
| 2024 | HAPPY JACK | 6,585 | 79 km |
| 2021 | HACKBERRY CA | 6,367 | 63 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 5,258 | 87 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 4,047 | 86 km |
| 2022 | SMOKEY | 3,961 | 57 km |
| 2021 | 313 | 3,859 | 47 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 3,586 | 86 km |
| 2020 | HUBBARDS GAP | 3,435 | 60 km |
| 2005 | BROADCAST BURN | 3,230 | 95 km |
| 2004 | ROSETTA LANE | 3,164 | 66 km |
| 2005 | LITTLEBEAR | 3,125 | 63 km |
| 2021 | BUFFALO CREEK | 2,716 | 53 km |
| 2021 | VISTA TREND CA | 2,669 | 49 km |
| 2015 | 2 CA MA IRON MOUNTAIN MIDDLE CANYON PRESCRIBED BURN | 2,517 | 100 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,486 | 85 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,261 | 76 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Albin has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 28°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.4").