Coldest Cities in Iran

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

Coldest Cities - Iran

1 Nīr 32 45°F
2 Khalkhāl 32 47°F
3 Meshgīn Shahr 32 48°F
4 Sara'eyn 33 48°F
5 Sarāb 33 48°F
6 Golmakān 42 48°F
7 Fasham 26 48°F
8 Qorveh 16 48°F
9 Fereydūnshahr 28 48°F
10 Gīvī 32 48°F
11 Marāgheh 42 48°F
12 Ardabīl 32 49°F
13 ‘Anbarān 32 49°F
14 Ahar 33 49°F
15 Namīn 32 49°F
16 Oshnavīyeh 01 49°F
17 Damāvand 26 49°F
18 Ābī Beyglū 32 49°F
19 Berīs 32 49°F
20 Kolālū 32 49°F
21 Piranshahr 01 49°F
22 Nah Neh Karān 32 49°F
23 Āzādshahr 09 49°F
24 Hamadān 09 49°F
25 Takāb 01 49°F
26 Torkamān 33 50°F
27 Dīvāndarreh 16 50°F
28 Khvānsār 28 50°F
29 Kalbī Bak 03 50°F
30 Āshtīān 34 50°F
31 Bostānābād 33 50°F
32 Seyah Cheshmeh 01 50°F
33 Salmās 01 50°F
34 Razan 09 51°F
35 Dehgolān 16 51°F
36 Hashtrūd 33 51°F
37 Tūyserkān 09 51°F
38 Herīs 33 51°F
39 Kabūdarāhang 09 51°F
40 Dārān 28 51°F
42 Dīzaj Ḩoseyn Beyg 33 51°F
43 Vānlūjeq 33 51°F
44 Bījār 16 51°F
45 Koshksarāy 33 51°F
46 Markīd 33 51°F
47 Yālqūz Āghāj 33 51°F
48 Māhneshān 36 51°F
49 Lālejīn 09 51°F
50 Şāleḩābād 09 51°F
51 Bahār 09 51°F
52 Āvaj 38 51°F
53 Karkaj 33 51°F
54 Orūmīyeh 01 51°F
55 Saqqez 16 51°F
56 Shabestar 33 52°F
57 Āz̄arshahr 33 52°F
58 Mīāndasht 28 52°F
59 Nūshīn Shar 01 52°F
60 Pāveh 13 52°F
61 Semīrom 28 52°F
62 Sonqor 13 52°F
63 Boldājī 03 52°F
64 Oskū 33 52°F
65 Arbaţān 33 52°F
66 Alvand 36 52°F
67 Ţorqabeh 42 52°F
68 Marand 33 52°F
69 Khorramdarreh 36 52°F
70 Payām 33 52°F
71 Fārfār 33 52°F
72 Dowlatābād 33 52°F
73 Bahrām 33 52°F
74 Zanjan 36 52°F
75 Tafresh 34 52°F
76 Bārūj 33 52°F
77 Chādegān 28 52°F
78 Solţānīyeh 36 52°F
79 Borūjen 03 52°F
80 Naqadeh 01 52°F
81 Hashatjīn 32 53°F
82 Hafshejān 03 53°F
83 Fārsān 03 53°F
84 Fāmenīn 09 53°F
85 Dastnā’ 03 53°F
86 Khowy 01 53°F
87 Shāhīn Dezh 01 53°F
88 Shalamzār 03 53°F
89 Chūrs 01 53°F
90 Qom Tappeh 33 53°F
91 Chenārān 42 53°F
92 Būmahen 26 53°F
93 Rūdehen 26 53°F
94 Alīgūdarz 23 53°F
95 Shāzand 34 53°F
96 Farādonbeh 03 53°F
97 Āstāneh 34 53°F
98 Şūfīān 33 53°F
99 Gahrū 03 53°F
100 Yasuj 05 53°F

The coldest cities in Iran experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Nīr has an average annual temperature of just 45°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 45°F average, Nīr 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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