Some places on Earth are so cold that winter lasts almost the entire year.
Temperatures can drop below -50°C (-58°F), yet people continue to live in these extreme conditions.
From Siberia to Alaska, from the Arctic Circle to northern Canada, these frozen regions are among the harshest environments on the planet.
Here are the coldest inhabited places on Earth and how people manage to survive there.
🥶 1. Oymyakon – Russia
- Lowest temperature: −71.2°C (−96°F)
- Country: Russia (Yakutia)
- Population: about 500
Oymyakon is known as the coldest inhabited place on Earth.
Life here is extremely difficult.
- Cars are left running to prevent freezing
- Eyelashes can freeze in seconds
- Phones stop working outside
- Fish is often eaten frozen
Schools usually stay open unless temperature drops below −50°C.
❄️ 2. Verkhoyansk – Russia
- Record temperature: −67.8°C
- Located in Siberia
- One of the largest temperature ranges in the world
Verkhoyansk has one of the most extreme climates on Earth.
- Winter lasts up to 8 months
- Summer can reach +30°C
- Ground stays frozen most of the year
Homes are built specially to survive the cold.
🧊 3. Yakutsk – Russia
- Average winter: −40°C
- Population: over 300,000
- Coldest large city in the world
Yakutsk is the coldest big city where people live permanently.
- Buildings stand on frozen ground
- Cars need special fuel
- Food freezes outdoors
Despite the cold, life continues normally.
🏔️ 4. Norilsk – Russia
- Average winter: −30°C
- Above the Arctic Circle
- Population: 170,000+
Norilsk is one of the harshest cities in the world.
- Polar night lasts for weeks
- Strong snowstorms are common
- Very little sunlight in winter
It is also one of the most isolated cities.
🧊 5. Utqiagvik (Barrow) – Alaska, USA
- Average winter: −30°C
- Located near the North Pole
- Northernmost city in the USA
In this town:
- The sun may not rise for weeks
- In summer the sun may not set
- Snowstorms are frequent
People live here using special equipment and clothing.
❄️ 6. Snag – Canada
- Record: −63°C
- Yukon, Canada
One of the coldest temperatures ever recorded in North America.
In extreme cold:
- Breath can freeze
- Metal sticks to skin
- Engines stop working
Life here requires serious preparation.
🧊 How Do People Live in Extreme Cold?
People in these regions survive thanks to:
- Heavy thermal clothing
- Powerful heating systems
- High-calorie food
- Special building design
- Cold-resistant vehicles
Humans can adapt even to the harshest climates.
🌍 Conclusion
The coldest places on Earth show how strong human survival can be.
Even at temperatures below −70°C, people continue to live, work, and build communities.
These frozen cities are not only cold —
they are also home to some of the most resilient people on the planet.
❓ FAQ
What is the coldest inhabited place on Earth?
Oymyakon, Russia.
What is the coldest big city?
Yakutsk.
What is the lowest temperature ever recorded in a town?
−71.2°C in Oymyakon.
Where is the coldest place in North America?
Snag, Canada.
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