Washington, Minnesota HVAC Climate Zone

Washington is located in IECC Climate Zone 6A (Cold - Humid). Get accurate Manual J load calculations with official design temperatures for Washington.

Climate Zone
6A
Winter Design
-9°F
Summer Design
89°F
ZIP Codes
17

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Washington covers 17 ZIP codes: 55001, 55003, 55016, 55025, 55038, 55042, 55043, 55047, 55055, 55071 and 7 more

Washington Design Temperatures

Official ASHRAE design temperatures for Washington, used for accurate Manual J load calculations.

Winter 99% Design Temp
-9°F
Summer 1% Design Temp
89°F
Summer Wet Bulb
73°F

IECC Requirements for Zone 6A

Minimum insulation and window requirements for Washington per IECC 2021.

Wall Insulation:R-20
Roof/Ceiling:R-49
Floor Insulation:R-30
Window U-Factor:0.3
Window SHGC:0.4

Energy Code: 2020 IECC

Recommended HVAC Equipment for Washington

Heating Systems

Gas furnace (96%+ AFUE)
Boiler
Cold climate heat pump
Typical AFUE
96-98%

Cooling Systems

AC (13-15 SEER)
Typical SEER
13-15 SEER

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