Hidalgo County is in IECC Climate Zone 1A (Very Hot - Humid). Get accurate Manual J load calculations with official ASHRAE design temperatures for Hidalgo County.
Hidalgo County, Texas is classified under IECC Climate Zone 1A (Very Hot - Humid), a cooling-dominated region with humid moisture conditions. With 31 ZIP codes and 1 communities, every HVAC installation in Hidalgo County must use the ASHRAE design temperatures of 38°F (99% winter heating) and 100°F (1% summer cooling) for accurate Manual J load calculations.
As a cooling-dominated zone, controlling solar heat gain is essential in Hidalgo County. Windows must have an SHGC of 0.25 or lower, along with R-13 wall and R-30 ceiling insulation. Proper sizing prevents oversized AC systems that short-cycle and waste energy.
Minimum insulation R-values and window performance for Climate Zone 1A in Hidalgo County, TX.
| Building Component | Minimum Requirement | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Ceiling / Attic Insulation | R-30 | R-value |
| Wall Insulation | R-13 | R-value |
| Floor Insulation | R-13 | R-value |
| Window U-Factor | 0.4 | BTU/hr-ft²-°F |
| Window SHGC | 0.25 | Coefficient |
| Air Infiltration | 0.25 | ACH50 |
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Official ASHRAE design temperatures for Hidalgo County, TX, used for accurate Manual J load calculations.
Minimum insulation and window requirements for Hidalgo County per IECC 2021 energy code.
Climate Zone 1A: Very Hot - Humid - Cooling-dominated climate with extreme heat and high humidity year-round. Minimal heating requirements.
1 cities and communities in Hidalgo County share Climate Zone 1A requirements.
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