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4-Inch Soil Temperature in Wyoming

The current average 4-inch soil temperature across Wyoming is 66°F, measured at 4 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 55°F to 74°F. Last updated June 25, 2026.

Why the 4-Inch Reading

Every reading here is measured at native 4-inch depth by USDA SCAN (Soil Climate Analysis Network) and NOAA USCRN (US Climate Reference Network) stations — not modeled. The 4-inch root-zone temperature changes more slowly than the surface, making it the steadier signal for established-lawn and garden timing: pre-emergent and broadleaf herbicide windows, fertilizer applications, and core aeration.

Stations Measuring 4-Inch Depth in Wyoming (4)

Station4" TempLast Reading
Torrington #1 (Goshen)66°F2026-06-25
Moose 1 NNE74°F2026-06-25
Lander 11 SSE69°F2026-06-25
Sundance 8 NNW55°F2026-06-25

Cities in Wyoming (7)

Cities in Wyoming with current soil temperature readings
CityZIPCurrent Temp
Casper82601
Cheyenne8200166°F
Evanston82930
Gillette8271655°F
Jackson8300174°F
Laramie82070
Rock Springs82901

4-Inch Soil Temperature FAQ for Wyoming

What is the current 4-inch soil temperature in Wyoming?

The current average 4-inch soil temperature across Wyoming is 66°F, measured at 4 USDA and NOAA stations. Readings range from 55°F to 74°F depending on location and elevation.

What does the 4 inch soil temperature mean?

The 4 inch soil temperature shows conditions deeper in the root zone than the 2 inch germination reading. It is commonly used for established lawn, garden, and agricultural timing because it changes more slowly than the surface layer, so it is a steadier signal for fertilizer, aeration, and weed-control decisions.

Why use 4-inch soil temperature instead of 2-inch?

Use 2 inches for germination decisions, since that is where seeds sit. Use the 4 inch soil temperature for established lawn and garden timing: it reads the root zone, changes more slowly than the surface, and is the depth most fertilizer, aeration, and disease guidance references.

See the national 4-inch soil temperature map, the full Wyoming soil temperature directory (all depths), or the live national soil temperature map.