Rocky Mountains, Wyoming, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

Traveling to Rocky Mountains, Wyoming, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Rocky Mountains, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Rocky Mountains, Wyoming, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Rocky Mountains, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for Rocky Mountains, Wyoming, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Rocky Mountains, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Rocky Mountains, Wyoming, United States of America by month

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January

January in Rocky Mountains is biting cold and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It snows about half of the time.

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February

If you are traveling to Rocky Mountains in February, you will notice that it is frosty and somewhat snowy. Expect it to snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

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March

If you go to Rocky Mountains in March, you will notice that it can be very chilly and somewhat snowy. Expect it to snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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April

In April, Rocky Mountains is pretty cool. Temperatures routinely are in the high 40s F (single digits C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 50s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Rocky Mountains, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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May

May in this region is chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It snows once in a while.

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June

June in Rocky Mountains is relatively cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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July

If you vacation in Rocky Mountains during July, you will probably find that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C).

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August

Traveling to Rocky Mountains in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (low 20s C).

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September

September for Rocky Mountains is crisp. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day.

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October

October in Rocky Mountains can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It snows sometimes.

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November

November in Rocky Mountains is frosty and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It snows a bit less than half of the time.

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December

December in Rocky Mountains is biting cold and somewhat snowy. The snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C) to high 20s F (single digits below 0 C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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Activities for Rocky Mountains, Wyoming, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Rocky Mountains.

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