Coldest Cities in France

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — France

1 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 84 31°F

2 Briançon 93 39°F

3 Bourg-Saint-Maurice 84 40°F

4 Embrun 93 43°F

5 Bonneville 84 44°F

6 Faverges 84 44°F

7 Thyez 84 44°F

8 Saint-Gervais-les-Bains 84 44°F

9 Ville-la-Grand 84 44°F

10 Cluses 84 44°F

11 Thônes 84 44°F

12 Scionzier 84 44°F

13 Ugine 84 44°F

14 La Roche-sur-Foron 84 44°F

15 Megève 84 44°F

16 Sallanches 84 44°F

17 Marignier 84 44°F

18 Vétraz-Monthoux 84 44°F

19 Reignier-Ésery 84 44°F

20 Passy 84 44°F

21 Claix 84 45°F

22 Vif 84 45°F

23 Saint-Martin-le-Vinoux 84 45°F

24 Échirolles 84 45°F

25 Sassenage 84 45°F

26 Allières-et-Risset 84 45°F

27 Seyssinet-Pariset 84 45°F

28 Seyssins 84 45°F

29 Saint-Égrève 84 45°F

30 Saint-Marcellin 84 45°F

31 La Tronche 84 45°F

32 Le Pont-de-Claix 84 45°F

33 Fontaine 84 45°F

34 Grenoble 84 45°F

35 Valfin-lès-Saint-Claude 27 46°F

36 Gex 84 46°F

37 Champagnole 27 46°F

38 Saint-Claude 27 46°F

39 Ferney-Voltaire 84 46°F

40 Divonne-les-Bains 84 46°F

41 Morez 27 46°F

42 Mende 76 46°F

43 Saint-Flour 84 47°F

44 Marvejols 76 47°F

45 Gap 93 48°F

46 Villard-Bonnot 84 48°F

47 Domène 84 48°F

48 Morteau 27 48°F

49 Valdahon 27 48°F

50 Pontarlier 27 48°F

51 Corte 94 48°F

52 La Mure 84 48°F

53 Aureilhan 76 48°F

54 Lourdes 76 48°F

55 Tarbes 76 48°F

56 Bagnères-de-Bigorre 76 48°F

57 Sedan 44 49°F

58 Ussel 75 49°F

59 Vittel 44 49°F

60 Meylan 84 49°F

61 Gières 84 49°F

62 Saint-Martin-d'Hères 84 49°F

63 Neufchâteau 44 49°F

64 Langres 44 49°F

65 Baume-les-Dames 27 49°F

66 Semur-en-Auxois 27 49°F

67 Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert 84 49°F

68 Sury-le-Comtal 84 49°F

69 Feurs 84 49°F

70 Monistrol-sur-Loire 84 49°F

71 Saint-Mihiel 44 49°F

72 Montbrison 84 49°F

73 Aurec-sur-Loire 84 49°F

74 Saint-Girons 76 49°F

75 Montbard 27 49°F

76 Verdun 44 49°F

77 Lure 27 49°F

78 Wittelsheim 44 49°F

79 Commercy 44 49°F

80 Cernay 44 49°F

81 Arpajon-sur-Cère 84 49°F

82 Guebwiller 44 49°F

83 Soultz-Haut-Rhin 44 49°F

84 La Bresse 44 49°F

85 Aurillac 84 49°F

86 Munster 44 49°F

87 Thann 44 49°F

88 Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines 44 49°F

89 Gérardmer 44 49°F

90 Ligny-en-Barrois 44 50°F

91 Chaumont 44 50°F

92 Avallon 27 50°F

93 Châtillon-sur-Seine 27 50°F

94 Égletons 75 50°F

95 Autun 27 50°F

96 Château-Thierry 32 50°F

97 Rethel 44 50°F

98 Ambert 84 50°F

99 Bar-sur-Aube 44 50°F

100 Brioude 84 50°F

The coldest cities in France experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Chamonix-Mont-Blanc has an average annual temperature of just 31°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 31°F average, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 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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