Coldest Cities in British Columbia

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — British Columbia

1 Columbia-Shuswap C 35°F

2 East Kootenay C 35°F

3 Peace River C 35°F

4 Peace River B 36°F

5 Bulkley-Nechako A 36°F

6 Fort St. John 41°F

7 Central Kootenay H 41°F

8 Dawson Creek 41°F

9 Prince George 42°F

10 Kimberley 42°F

11 Tsinstikeptum 10 43°F

12 Smithers 43°F

13 Metro Vancouver A 43°F

14 Fernie 44°F

15 Hanceville 45°F

16 Cranbrook 45°F

17 Whistler 46°F

18 Merritt 47°F

19 Prince Rupert 47°F

20 Terrace 47°F

21 Kitimat 48°F

22 Aberdeen 48°F

23 Sahali 48°F

24 Metchosin 48°F

25 Cowichan Valley C 49°F

26 Glenrosa 49°F

27 Kent 49°F

28 Cowichan Valley B 49°F

29 North Cowichan 49°F

30 Metrotown 49°F

31 Southern Gulf Islands 49°F

32 Nanaimo E 49°F

33 Nanaimo A 49°F

34 Nanaimo G 49°F

35 Nanaimo F 49°F

36 Saltspring Island 49°F

37 Central Coquitlam 49°F

38 Second Street 49°F

39 Comox Valley B 50°F

40 Comox Valley A 50°F

41 Revelstoke 50°F

42 Comox Valley C 50°F

43 Uptown 50°F

44 Surrey City Centre 50°F

45 West Kelowna 50°F

46 Rutland 50°F

47 Westwood Plateau 50°F

48 Edmonds 50°F

49 Surrey 50°F

50 Ranch Park 50°F

51 Maywood 50°F

52 Strawberry Hill 50°F

53 Newton 50°F

54 Langley 50°F

55 Walnut Grove 50°F

56 Vernon 50°F

57 Cloverdale 50°F

58 Willoughby 50°F

59 Maple Ridge 50°F

60 Abbotsford 50°F

61 South Slope 50°F

62 Okanagan Mission 50°F

63 Salmon Arm 50°F

64 South Surrey 50°F

65 Kingsway-Beresford 50°F

66 Spallumcheen 50°F

67 Coquitlam West 50°F

68 Cedar Valley 50°F

69 Marlborough 50°F

70 Nelson 50°F

71 Delta 50°F

72 Whalley 50°F

73 Killarney 50°F

74 Victoria-Fraserview 50°F

75 Courtenay 50°F

76 New Westminster 50°F

77 Richmond 50°F

78 Fraser Heights 50°F

79 Trail 50°F

80 Fleetwood 50°F

81 Guildford 50°F

82 Brighouse-City Centre 50°F

83 North Delta 50°F

84 Clinton-Glenwood 50°F

85 Langford 50°F

86 Garden Village 50°F

87 Capitol Hill 50°F

88 Hastings-Sunrise 50°F

89 Steveston 50°F

90 Cariboo A 50°F

91 Cariboo G 50°F

92 Bridgeview 50°F

93 Vancouver 50°F

94 Coldstream 50°F

95 Castlegar 50°F

96 Clayburn 50°F

97 Fairfield 50°F

98 South Clearbrook 50°F

99 Marshall-McCallum 50°F

100 Townline 50°F

The coldest cities in British Columbia experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Columbia-Shuswap C has an average annual temperature of just 35°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 35°F average, Columbia-Shuswap C 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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