5 Coldest Cities in the US

In this article, we discuss the 5 coldest cities in the US. If you want to read our detailed analysis of the cold weather in these American cities, go directly to the 25 Coldest Cities in the US.

5. Duluth, Minnesota

Lowest Recorded Temperature:-39F
Annual Average Snowfall:86.1 

Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, Duluth is the starting point for vehicle trips touring the North shore of Lake superior leading to Ontario, Canada. With a humid continental climate, this city experiences long, snowy winters leading to consistent snow cover from late November to late March. It is also had been hailed as the ‘air-conditioned city’ due to Lake Superior’s cooling effect even in the summers. The lowest temperature recorded for this city is -39 F.

4. Fargo, North Dakota

Lowest Recorded Temperature: -39F
Annual Average Snowfall: 49.3 in.

Located in the state which is home to four of the coldest cities in America, Fargo as expected experiences cold harsh winters like its counterparts mainly because of its geographical position. With the lowest temperature recorded as low as -39 F, this city is the fourth coldest in America.

3. Grand Forks, North Dakota

Lowest Recorded Temperature: -43F
Annual Average Snowfall: 42 in.

Located on the western bank of the Red River, Grand Forks is the third-largest city in the state of North Dakota. With an established economy, this city despite its cold weather has an estimated population of 55,950. The coldest city in North Dakota and the second coldest in the US, the city has one of the lowest recorded temperatures of -43F.

2. Williston, North Dakota

Lowest Recorded Temperature: -50F
Annual Average Snowfall: 43.8 in

Part of the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone, the city has a semi-arid climate with freezing temperatures experienced from September through May. Located in one of the coldest states in the country, Williston like its counterparts experiences a harsh winter season with the lowest recorded temperature falling to -50 F, making it the third coldest city in the United States.

1. Fairbanks, Alaska

lowest Recorded Temperature: -54F
Annual Average Snowfall: 60.9 in.

The coldest city in America, Fairbanks is hailed as the ‘golden heart’ of Alaska. It also has recorded the lowest ever temperature of -54F in the country, with the average temperature in the coldest month falling to -27 C.

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