Coldest Cities in New South Wales

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — New South Wales

1 Goulburn 48°F

2 Yass 49°F

3 Kosciuszko National Park 50°F

4 Jindabyne 50°F

5 Corowa 50°F

6 Cooma 52°F

7 Jerrabomberra 53°F

8 Karabar 53°F

9 Queanbeyan 53°F

10 Albury 53°F

11 Thurgoona 53°F

12 Lavington 53°F

13 North Albury 53°F

14 East Albury 53°F

15 Lithgow 54°F

16 Bathurst 55°F

17 Kelso 55°F

18 Bathurst city centre 55°F

19 Mittagong 55°F

20 Bowral 55°F

21 Moss Vale 55°F

22 Armidale 56°F

23 Glen Innes 56°F

24 Kooringal 56°F

25 Glenfield Park 56°F

26 Wagga Wagga 56°F

27 Lake Albert 56°F

28 Batemans Bay 56°F

29 Orange 56°F

30 Wentworth Falls 58°F

31 Katoomba 58°F

32 Jordan Springs 58°F

33 Springwood 58°F

34 Cranebrook 58°F

35 Cambridge Park 58°F

36 Winmalee 58°F

37 Tumut 58°F

38 Cootamundra 59°F

39 Young 59°F

40 Moama 59°F

41 Mudgee 60°F

42 Cowra 60°F

43 Inverell 61°F

44 Deniliquin 61°F

45 Maitland 62°F

46 Aberglasslyn 62°F

47 Rutherford 62°F

48 Parkes 62°F

49 Ulladulla 62°F

50 Leeton 62°F

51 Emu Plains 62°F

52 Blaxland 62°F

53 Jamisontown 62°F

54 Tahmoor 62°F

55 South Penrith 62°F

56 Glenmore Park 62°F

57 Harrington Park 62°F

58 Narellan Vale 62°F

59 Kingswood Park 62°F

60 Penrith 62°F

61 Forbes 62°F

62 Wauchope 63°F

63 Bomaderry 63°F

64 Sanctuary Point 63°F

65 North Nowra 63°F

66 Nowra 63°F

67 Wollongong 63°F

68 Dapto 63°F

69 Thirroul 63°F

70 Dubbo 63°F

71 Kiama 63°F

72 Warilla 63°F

73 Flinders 63°F

74 Albion Park 63°F

75 Oak Flats 63°F

76 Bulli 63°F

77 Fairy Meadow 63°F

78 Kanahooka 63°F

79 Wollongong city centre 63°F

80 Port Kembla 63°F

81 Woonona 63°F

82 Figtree 63°F

83 Balgownie 63°F

84 Berkeley 63°F

85 Albion Park Rail 63°F

86 Corrimal 63°F

87 Barrack Heights 63°F

88 Unanderra 63°F

89 Shell Cove 63°F

90 Horsley 63°F

91 Baulkham Hills 63°F

92 Strathfield 63°F

93 Sydney Central Business District 63°F

94 Chatswood 63°F

95 Yagoona 63°F

96 Westmead 63°F

97 Eastwood 63°F

98 Cronulla 63°F

99 Wahroonga 63°F

100 Earlwood 63°F

The coldest cities in New South Wales experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Goulburn has an average annual temperature of just 48°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 48°F average, Goulburn experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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