Coldest Cities in Canada

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Canada

1 Iqaluit NU 19°F

2 Mackenzie County AB 29°F

3 Kenora, Unorganized ON 30°F

4 Thunder Bay, Unorganized ON 30°F

5 Labrador City NL 30°F

6 Yellowknife NT 31°F

7 Wood Buffalo AB 32°F

8 Thompson MB 33°F

9 Saint-Paul QC 34°F

10 Crowsnest Pass AB 34°F

11 Tiny ON 35°F

12 Bonnyville No. 87 AB 35°F

13 Columbia-Shuswap C BC 35°F

14 Clearwater County AB 35°F

15 Vermilion River County AB 35°F

16 East Kootenay C BC 35°F

17 Lloydminster SK 35°F

18 Barrhead County No. 11 AB 35°F

19 Peace River C BC 35°F

20 Sturgeon County AB 36°F

21 Peace River B BC 36°F

22 Whitehorse YT 36°F

23 Happy Valley-Goose Bay NL 36°F

24 Grande Prairie County No. 1 AB 36°F

25 Bulkley-Nechako A BC 36°F

26 Corman Park No. 344 SK 36°F

27 Algoma, Unorganized, North Part ON 36°F

28 Oliver Paipoonge ON 36°F

29 Brazeau County AB 36°F

30 Yellowhead County AB 36°F

31 Lac Ste. Anne County AB 36°F

32 Beaver County AB 36°F

33 Stonewall MB 36°F

34 Norway House MB 36°F

35 Prince Albert SK 36°F

36 Springwater ON 36°F

37 St. Andrews MB 36°F

38 Springfield MB 36°F

39 Macdonald MB 37°F

40 Wetaskiwin County No. 10 AB 37°F

41 Hanover MB 37°F

42 Fort McMurray AB 37°F

43 Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac QC 37°F

44 Taché MB 37°F

45 Ritchot MB 37°F

46 Chibougamau QC 37°F

47 Pontiac QC 37°F

48 East St. Paul MB 37°F

49 Mountain View County AB 37°F

50 Stettler County No. 6 AB 37°F

51 Banff AB 37°F

52 Stanley MB 38°F

53 Rocky View County AB 38°F

54 Grand Falls / Grand-Sault NB 38°F

55 The Pas MB 38°F

56 Saint-Boniface QC 38°F

57 Brandon MB 38°F

58 Edmonton AB 38°F

59 Canmore AB 38°F

60 Wheatland County AB 38°F

61 Lawson SK 38°F

62 Timmins ON 38°F

63 Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce QC 39°F

64 Nutana Sector SK 39°F

65 Kapuskasing ON 39°F

66 Lakewood SK 39°F

67 Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury QC 39°F

68 University Heights SK 39°F

69 Rhineland MB 39°F

70 La Sarre QC 39°F

71 Rouyn-Noranda QC 39°F

72 Confederation SK 39°F

73 Saskatoon SK 39°F

74 Amos QC 39°F

75 Cochrane ON 39°F

76 Core Neighbourhoods SK 39°F

77 Foothills County AB 39°F

78 Melfort SK 39°F

79 Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval QC 39°F

80 Lac-Beauport QC 39°F

81 Boischatel QC 39°F

82 Humboldt SK 39°F

83 Port-Cartier QC 39°F

84 West Nipissing / Nipissing Ouest ON 39°F

85 Dysart et al ON 39°F

86 Val-d'Or QC 39°F

87 Yorkton SK 39°F

88 Sept-Îles QC 39°F

89 Thunder Bay ON 39°F

90 Sioux Lookout ON 39°F

91 Saint-Henri QC 40°F

92 Sioux Lookout ON 40°F

93 Arcola East SK 40°F

94 Kirkland Lake ON 40°F

95 Winnipeg MB 40°F

96 Regina SK 40°F

97 Sherwood Park AB 40°F

98 Greenview No. 16 AB 40°F

99 St. Paul AB 40°F

100 Tay Valley ON 40°F

The coldest cities in Canada experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Iqaluit has an average annual temperature of just 19°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 19°F average, Iqaluit 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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