Coldest Cities in Indiana

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Indiana

1 New Haven 48°F

2 Auburn 48°F

3 Huntertown 48°F

4 Angola 48°F

5 Kendallville 50°F

6 Columbia City 50°F

7 Garrett 50°F

8 Merrillville 50°F

9 Crown Point 50°F

10 Schererville 50°F

11 St. John 50°F

12 Cedar Lake 50°F

13 Lowell 50°F

14 Winfield 50°F

15 Mishawaka 50°F

16 Granger 50°F

17 Dyer 50°F

18 Connersville 50°F

19 Notre Dame 50°F

20 Huntington 50°F

21 Michigan City 50°F

22 La Porte 50°F

23 Plymouth 50°F

24 Westville 50°F

25 Warsaw 50°F

26 Bluffton 50°F

27 Nappanee 50°F

28 Winona Lake 50°F

29 Hammond 50°F

30 Gary 50°F

31 Portage 50°F

32 East Chicago 50°F

33 Griffith 50°F

34 Chesterton 50°F

35 Lake Station 50°F

36 Ross 50°F

37 Rochester 50°F

38 Porter 50°F

39 Highland 50°F

40 Elkhart 50°F

41 Goshen 50°F

42 Dunlap 50°F

43 Portland 50°F

44 New Castle 50°F

45 Crawfordsville 50°F

46 Hobart 51°F

47 Greencastle 51°F

48 South Haven 51°F

49 Rensselaer 51°F

50 Kokomo 51°F

51 Decatur 51°F

52 Elwood 51°F

53 Gas City 51°F

54 Alexandria 51°F

55 Logansport 51°F

56 Peru 51°F

57 Noblesville 51°F

58 Westfield 51°F

59 Lebanon 51°F

60 Cicero 51°F

61 Tipton 51°F

62 Batesville 51°F

63 Hartford City 51°F

64 Lafayette 51°F

65 West Lafayette 51°F

66 Wabash 52°F

67 Franklin 52°F

68 Frankfort 52°F

69 Martinsville 52°F

70 Rushville 52°F

71 Valparaiso 52°F

72 Lakes of the Four Seasons 52°F

73 Greenwood 52°F

74 Lawrence 52°F

75 Zionsville 52°F

76 Greenfield 52°F

77 Beech Grove 52°F

78 Whitestown 52°F

79 McCordsville 52°F

80 Cumberland 52°F

81 New Whiteland 52°F

82 Fortville 52°F

83 Brazil 52°F

84 South Bend 52°F

85 Monticello 52°F

86 Richmond 52°F

87 Munster 53°F

88 Anderson 53°F

89 Yorktown 53°F

90 Pendleton 53°F

91 Shelbyville 53°F

92 Fort Wayne 53°F

93 Seymour 53°F

94 Plainfield 53°F

95 Bargersville 53°F

96 Mooresville 53°F

97 Ellettsville 53°F

98 Muncie 54°F

99 Brownsburg 54°F

100 Avon 54°F

The coldest cities in Indiana experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. New Haven has an average annual temperature of just 48°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 48°F average, New Haven 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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