Coldest Cities in India

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — India

1 Padam 41 28°F

2 Kyelang 11 31°F

3 Kargil 41 36°F

4 Pahalgam 12 36°F

5 Choglamsar 41 40°F

6 Leh 41 40°F

7 Manāli 11 41°F

8 Kupwāra 12 46°F

9 Tangdhār 12 47°F

10 Nowangabra 12 47°F

11 Bhadarwāh 12 47°F

12 Yol Cantonment 11 48°F

13 Aish Maqām 12 49°F

14 Sogām 12 49°F

15 Dārapur 12 49°F

16 Joshīmath 39 49°F

17 Thanna Mandi 12 50°F

18 Patha Deōsar 12 52°F

19 Qāzigund 12 52°F

20 Kulgam 12 52°F

21 Tawang Town 30 52°F

22 Kopawor 12 52°F

23 Gulgam 12 52°F

24 Buna Hir 12 52°F

25 Uri 12 53°F

26 Fārward Kahūta 12 53°F

27 Ganderbal 12 53°F

28 Wail 12 53°F

29 Kokernag 12 54°F

30 Bunjwah 12 54°F

31 Dooru Verinag 12 54°F

32 Kishtwār 12 54°F

33 Pāmpur 12 54°F

34 Khreuh 12 54°F

35 Badāmibāgh 12 54°F

36 Shi Yomi 30 54°F

37 Bandipura 12 55°F

38 Rohru 11 55°F

39 Awantipur 12 55°F

40 Trāl 12 55°F

41 Dever Inder Bug 12 55°F

42 Yechagām 12 55°F

43 Tsrār Sharīf 12 55°F

44 Krālapur 12 55°F

45 Chadoora 12 55°F

46 Nagam 12 55°F

47 Shopian 12 55°F

48 Mehmood Pora 12 55°F

49 Seer Hamdan 12 56°F

50 Mattan 12 56°F

51 Shangus 12 56°F

52 Achhībal 12 56°F

53 Pattan 12 57°F

54 Beerwah 12 57°F

55 Māgām 12 57°F

56 Pulwama 12 57°F

57 Bijbehara 12 57°F

58 Badgām 12 57°F

59 Ashmuji Khalsa 12 57°F

60 Arwani 12 57°F

61 Prisal 12 57°F

62 Anantnag 12 57°F

63 Srinagar 12 57°F

64 Yāripur 12 57°F

65 Soyībug 12 57°F

66 Quimoh 12 57°F

67 Doda 12 57°F

68 Drug Mulla 12 58°F

69 Ziro 30 58°F

70 Handwāra 12 58°F

71 Dhārchula 39 58°F

72 Sopur 12 58°F

73 Watargām 12 58°F

74 Bāramūla 12 58°F

75 Hājan 12 58°F

76 Sumbal 12 58°F

77 Safāpūr 12 58°F

78 Kulu 11 58°F

79 Shamshi 11 58°F

80 Bomdila 30 58°F

81 Shōlūr 25 59°F

82 Naduvattam 25 59°F

83 Barkot 39 59°F

84 Rāmban 12 59°F

85 Uttarkāshi 39 59°F

86 Majhiāri 12 60°F

87 Surankōt 12 60°F

88 Aruvankad 25 60°F

89 Wellington 25 60°F

90 Kērkandi 25 60°F

91 Manjathala 25 60°F

92 Coonoor 25 60°F

93 Adigaratti 25 60°F

94 Vubatalai 25 60°F

95 Ooty 25 60°F

96 Bikkatti 25 61°F

97 Kilkunda 25 61°F

98 Rāmpur 11 61°F

99 Bhowali 39 61°F

100 Bhīm Tāl 39 61°F

The coldest cities in India experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Padam has an average annual temperature of just 28°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 28°F average, Padam 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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