Coldest Cities in Kazakhstan

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Kazakhstan

1 Asubulak 15 34°F

2 Balkashino 03 34°F

3 Shchuchinsk 03 34°F

4 Bulayevo 16 34°F

5 Kokpekty 35°F

6 Makinsk 03 35°F

7 Smirnovo 16 35°F

8 Ridder 15 35°F

9 Serebryansk 15 35°F

10 Shantobe 03 35°F

11 Būrabay 03 35°F

12 Taiynsha 16 35°F

13 Petropavl 16 35°F

14 Bishkul 16 35°F

15 Belousovka 15 35°F

16 Altay 15 35°F

17 Qarqaraly 12 35°F

18 Zhaksy 03 36°F

19 Atbasar 03 36°F

20 Akkol’ 03 36°F

21 Kishkenekol’ 16 36°F

22 Mamlyutka 16 36°F

23 Kokshetau 03 36°F

24 Shortandy 03 36°F

25 Zhelezinka 11 36°F

26 Yereymentau 03 36°F

27 Glubokoye 15 36°F

28 Borovskoy 13 36°F

29 Irtyshsk 11 36°F

30 Stepnogorsk 03 36°F

31 Sergeyevka 16 36°F

32 Aksu 03 36°F

33 Ust-Kamenogorsk 15 36°F

34 Zholymbet 03 36°F

35 Zavodskoy 03 36°F

36 Novoishimskiy 16 36°F

37 Aksuat 36°F

38 Shemonaikha 15 36°F

39 Ūst’-Talovka 15 36°F

40 Terengköl 11 36°F

41 Astrakhanka 03 37°F

42 Osakarovka 12 37°F

43 Fyodorov 13 37°F

44 Bestobe 03 37°F

45 Aktau 12 37°F

46 Qashar 13 37°F

47 Pavlodar 11 37°F

48 Astana 05 37°F

49 Qusmuryn 13 37°F

50 Kostanay 13 37°F

51 Esil 03 37°F

52 Borodulikha 12510143 37°F

53 Qarabalyq 13 37°F

54 Zhitikara 13 37°F

55 Leninskiy 11 37°F

56 Lisakovsk 13 37°F

57 Rudnyy 13 37°F

58 Novaya Bukhtarma 15 37°F

59 Aksu 11 37°F

60 Tobol 13 37°F

61 Kalbatau 12510143 37°F

62 Nura 12 37°F

63 Arkalyk 13 37°F

64 Kurchum 15 37°F

65 Temirtau 12 38°F

66 Derzhavinsk 03 38°F

67 Zhezkent 12510143 38°F

68 Ekibastuz 11 38°F

69 Shar 12510143 38°F

70 Shakhtinsk 12 38°F

71 Karagandy 12 38°F

72 Aktas 12 38°F

73 Shakhan 12 38°F

74 Novodolinskiy 12 38°F

75 Kalkaman 11 38°F

76 Saran 12 38°F

77 Badamsha 04 38°F

78 Aqadyr 12 38°F

79 Mayqayyng 11 39°F

80 Ayagoz 12510143 39°F

81 Abay 12 39°F

82 Karaaul 12510143 39°F

83 Semey 12510143 39°F

84 Bayanaul 11 39°F

85 Narynkol 01 39°F

86 Khromtau 04 39°F

87 Zaysan 15 39°F

88 Zhangaarqa 12510145 39°F

89 Kurchatov 12510143 39°F

90 Talghar 01 39°F

91 Kegen 01 40°F

92 Tughyl 15 41°F

93 Aktobe 04 41°F

94 Martuk 04 41°F

95 Qarazhal 12510145 41°F

96 Kandyagash 04 41°F

97 Satpayev 12510145 41°F

98 Tekeli 12510144 41°F

99 Torghay 13 41°F

100 Zhezqazghan 12510145 42°F

The coldest cities in Kazakhstan experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Asubulak 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, Asubulak 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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