Coldest Cities in Yunnan

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Yunnan

1 Yangla 34°F

2 Badi 34°F

3 Yanmen 34°F

4 Dongwang 40°F

5 Shangri-La 42°F

6 Gezan 44°F

7 Benzilan 45°F

8 Bengshutang 45°F

9 Hongqiao 50°F

10 Yongning 50°F

11 Shangpa 50°F

12 Judian 51°F

13 Jinding 52°F

14 Zhanhe 52°F

15 Daxing 52°F

16 Xinyingpan 52°F

17 Shigu 53°F

18 Dali Old Town 53°F

19 Yingpan 53°F

20 Yinqiao Zhen 53°F

21 Wanqiao Zhen 53°F

22 Lijiang 54°F

23 Jiuhe 54°F

24 Huangshan 54°F

25 Zibihu 54°F

26 Jinhua 55°F

27 Zhaotong 55°F

28 Ruidian 55°F

29 Chenghai 56°F

30 Najiaying 56°F

31 Chahe 56°F

32 Shuanghejie 56°F

33 Anhua Daying 56°F

34 Xiyang 56°F

35 Xiaotiechang 57°F

36 Yousuo 57°F

37 Majie 57°F

38 Qujing 57°F

39 Mazhan 58°F

40 Gudong 58°F

41 Liuku 58°F

42 Yezhi 58°F

43 Kangpu 58°F

44 Dali 58°F

45 Fengyi 58°F

46 Sanchuan 58°F

47 Gejiu 59°F

48 Haikou 59°F

49 Houqiao 59°F

50 Jianshui 59°F

51 Zhongshu 59°F

52 Shunzhou 59°F

53 Haidong Zhen 59°F

54 Anning 59°F

55 Jietou 59°F

56 Mingguang 59°F

57 Lubiaojie 59°F

58 Longquan 59°F

59 Yongbei 60°F

60 Beihai 60°F

61 Micheng 60°F

62 Yongjian 60°F

63 Tadianjie 60°F

64 Baoshan 60°F

65 Yuxi 60°F

66 Tengyue 60°F

67 Miaojie 60°F

68 Bonan 60°F

69 Zhonghe 60°F

70 Heshun 60°F

71 Xiangcheng 60°F

72 Shilin 60°F

73 Yunnanyi 61°F

74 Xiazhuang 61°F

75 Qushi 61°F

76 Pianjiao 61°F

77 Dake 61°F

78 Jiulong 61°F

79 Longling County 61°F

80 Longshan 61°F

81 Lushui 61°F

82 Chuxiong 61°F

83 Mangbang 61°F

84 Wuhe 61°F

85 Miyang 62°F

86 Wenshan City 62°F

87 Kaihua 62°F

88 Xinhua 62°F

89 Kunming 62°F

90 Renhe 62°F

91 Fazhanhe 62°F

92 Mengzi 63°F

93 Mabai 63°F

94 Fenghuangshan 63°F

95 Lincang 63°F

96 Shuifu 63°F

97 Puchuan 63°F

98 Tuantian 63°F

99 Hehua 63°F

100 Qingshui 63°F

The coldest cities in Yunnan experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Yangla has an average annual temperature of just 34°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 34°F average, Yangla 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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