Henderson is in IECC Climate Zone 3A (Warm - Humid). Get accurate Manual J load calculations with official design temperatures for Henderson.
Henderson, Texas falls within IECC Climate Zone 3A (Warm - Humid), a mixed-climate region with humid moisture conditions. HVAC contractors working in Henderson must use the official ASHRAE design temperatures of 22°F (99% winter) and 94°F (1% summer) when performing Manual J load calculations. These values represent the outdoor conditions your heating and cooling system must handle 99% and 1% of the year, respectively — ensuring proper equipment sizing without costly over- or under-sizing.
Zone 3A experiences both significant heating and cooling loads. Henderson homes need balanced insulation — R-20 walls, R-30 ceilings — plus windows with U-factor 0.32 and SHGC 0.25 per the IECC 2021 energy code.
Minimum insulation R-values and window performance requirements for Climate Zone 3A in Henderson, Texas.
| Building Component | Minimum Requirement | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Ceiling / Attic Insulation | R-30 | R-value |
| Wall Insulation | R-20 | R-value |
| Floor Insulation | R-19 | R-value |
| Window U-Factor | 0.32 | BTU/hr-ft²-°F |
| Window SHGC | 0.25 | Coefficient |
| Air Infiltration | 0.15 | ACH50 |
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Official ASHRAE design temperatures for Henderson, used for accurate Manual J load calculations.
Minimum insulation and window requirements for Henderson per IECC 2021.
Energy Code: 2021 IECC
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