Johnson County is in IECC Climate Zone 6B (Cold - Dry). Get accurate Manual J load calculations with official ASHRAE design temperatures for Johnson County.
Johnson County, Wyoming is classified under IECC Climate Zone 6B (Cold - Dry), a heating-dominated region with dry moisture conditions. With 4 ZIP codes and 1 communities, every HVAC installation in Johnson County must use the ASHRAE design temperatures of -1°F (99% winter heating) and 91°F (1% summer cooling) for accurate Manual J load calculations.
As a heating-dominated zone, Johnson County requires robust insulation — a minimum of R-20 in walls, R-49 in ceilings, and R-30 in floors. Windows must meet a U-factor of 0.3 or lower. These requirements ensure homes maintain comfort during the coldest -1°F design conditions.
Minimum insulation R-values and window performance for Climate Zone 6B in Johnson County, WY.
| Building Component | Minimum Requirement | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Ceiling / Attic Insulation | R-49 | R-value |
| Wall Insulation | R-20 | R-value |
| Floor Insulation | R-30 | R-value |
| Window U-Factor | 0.3 | BTU/hr-ft²-°F |
| Window SHGC | 0.4 | Coefficient |
| Air Infiltration | 0.15 | ACH50 |
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Official ASHRAE design temperatures for Johnson County, WY, used for accurate Manual J load calculations.
Minimum insulation and window requirements for Johnson County per IECC 2021 energy code.
Climate Zone 6B: Cold - Dry - Cold, dry climate with very cold winters and mild summers. Extreme heating requirements, minimal cooling.
1 cities and communities in Johnson County share Climate Zone 6B requirements.
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