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Weather & Climate in La Barge, WY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Barge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 310 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 8.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 33.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 6,600 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 39.1°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,600 ft (2,012 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 296/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2608°N, 110.1972°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Lincoln County County |
| Nearest Airport | Southwest Wyoming Regional (RKS) 74 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 51.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 29.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1,294 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Feb 3, 1994 | 4 km SSE of Auburn, Wyoming | M5.8 | 85 km | 8 km |
| Sep 2, 2017 | 12 km E of Soda Springs, Idaho | M5.3 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 2001 | 29 km WSW of Freedom, Idaho | M5.3 | 123 km | 1 km |
| Jan 7, 2004 | 20 km ESE of Kelly, Wyoming | M5.0 | 147 km | 3 km |
| Sep 10, 2017 | 9 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M5.0 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 9 km NE of Randolph, Utah | M4.9 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Aug 5, 2010 | 19 km E of Kelly, Wyoming | M4.8 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 11, 1994 | 3 km SSE of Auburn, Wyoming | M4.8 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Sep 21, 2013 | 20 km W of Fort Washakie, Wyoming | M4.8 | 118 km | 76 km |
| Aug 27, 2016 | 4 km ENE of Bondurant, Wyoming | M4.8 | 108 km | 12 km |
| Sep 11, 2017 | 9 km NW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.7 | 107 km | 8 km |
| Sep 3, 2017 | 10 km E of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.7 | 113 km | 8 km |
| Dec 28, 1993 | 38 km NE of Bondurant, Wyoming | M4.7 | 136 km | 8 km |
| Sep 10, 2017 | 12 km ESE of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.7 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Feb 4, 1994 | 4 km WNW of Fairview, Wyoming | M4.7 | 84 km | 5 km |
| Sep 3, 2017 | 15 km ESE of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.7 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Sep 6, 2017 | 11 km NNW of Georgetown, Idaho | M4.6 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 1994 | 4 km SW of Fairview, Wyoming | M4.5 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Sep 4, 2017 | 13 km ESE of Soda Springs, Idaho | M4.5 | 111 km | 6 km |
| Feb 10, 1994 | 3 km WSW of Auburn, Wyoming | M4.4 | 91 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
25 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 4, 2016 | EF1 | 90 km | 2.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2001 | EF1 | 55 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2001 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 2000 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1980 | EF1 | 79 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 30, 1975 | EF1 | 69 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 9, 1973 | EF1 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 4, 2024 | EF0 | 50 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 26, 2019 | EF0 | 34 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2018 | EF0 | 77 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 2014 | EF0 | 78 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 2013 | EF0 | 61 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 2013 | EF0 | 93 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 1998 | EF0 | 91 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1997 | EF0 | 41 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1997 | EF0 | 8 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 9, 1991 | EF0 | 34 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 9, 1991 | EF0 | 13 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1991 | EF0 | 14 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1991 | EF0 | 38 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FONTENELLE (58,125 acres, 2012).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2012 | FONTENELLE | 58,125 | 40 km |
| 2018 | ROOSEVELT | 55,330 | 90 km |
| 1988 | FAYETTE | 29,234 | 88 km |
| 1999 | BRIDGER BA | 15,227 | 88 km |
| 2000 | FONTENELLE | 14,894 | 33 km |
| 2008 | NEW FORK | 14,481 | 95 km |
| 2018 | NORTH EDEN | 14,398 | 79 km |
| 2007 | RED CANYON RX BURN-H | 13,464 | 77 km |
| 2007 | HORSE CREEK | 8,149 | 75 km |
| 2000 | BLIND TRAIL | 7,758 | 94 km |
| 2010 | POLE CREEK STANDS | 6,900 | 44 km |
| 2018 | MARTEN CREEK | 6,383 | 63 km |
| 1996 | FAYETTE | 5,308 | 80 km |
| 2005 | ROCK CREEK RX | 4,302 | 65 km |
| 2002 | COMMISARY | 3,840 | 33 km |
| 2010 | GIRAFFE CREEK | 3,552 | 75 km |
| 2017 | POLE CREEK | 3,395 | 40 km |
| 1989 | ANNS | 3,298 | 100 km |
| 1988 | CORRAL CREEK | 3,113 | 60 km |
| 1988 | SIESMIC | 2,969 | 58 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in |
La Barge has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 14°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.3") and January the driest (0.5").