Outagamie County is in IECC Climate Zone 5A (Cool - Humid). Get accurate Manual J load calculations with official ASHRAE design temperatures for Outagamie County.
Outagamie County, Wisconsin is classified under IECC Climate Zone 5A (Cool - Humid), a heating-dominated region with humid moisture conditions. With 19 ZIP codes and 1 communities, every HVAC installation in Outagamie County must use the ASHRAE design temperatures of -4°F (99% winter heating) and 88°F (1% summer cooling) for accurate Manual J load calculations.
As a heating-dominated zone, Outagamie 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 -4°F design conditions.
Minimum insulation R-values and window performance for Climate Zone 5A in Outagamie County, WI.
| 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 Outagamie County, WI, used for accurate Manual J load calculations.
Minimum insulation and window requirements for Outagamie County per IECC 2021 energy code.
Climate Zone 5A: Cool - Humid - Heating-dominated climate with cold winters and warm, humid summers. High heating loads, moderate cooling needs.
1 cities and communities in Outagamie County share Climate Zone 5A requirements.
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