Coldest Cities in Kentucky

Top 86 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Kentucky

1 Oakbrook 53°F

2 Elsmere 53°F

3 Florence 53°F

4 Union 53°F

5 Shelbyville 54°F

6 Mount Sterling 54°F

7 Ashland 54°F

8 Pikeville 54°F

9 Villa Hills 55°F

10 Maysville 55°F

11 Fort Mitchell 55°F

12 Edgewood 55°F

13 Burlington 55°F

14 Erlanger 55°F

15 Hebron 55°F

16 Covington 55°F

17 Fort Wright 55°F

18 Taylor Mill 55°F

19 Paris 55°F

20 Bellevue 55°F

21 Dayton 55°F

22 Newport 55°F

23 Fort Thomas 55°F

24 Cold Spring 55°F

25 Cynthiana 55°F

26 Highland Heights 55°F

27 Winchester 55°F

28 Alexandria 55°F

29 Flatwoods 55°F

30 Morehead 55°F

31 Francisville 55°F

32 Crestwood 55°F

33 La Grange 55°F

34 Versailles 55°F

35 Lawrenceburg 55°F

36 Danville 55°F

37 Fort Knox 56°F

38 Radcliff 56°F

39 Elizabethtown 56°F

40 Vine Grove 56°F

41 Campbellsville 56°F

42 Corbin 56°F

43 Williamsburg 56°F

44 Richmond 56°F

45 Middlesborough 56°F

46 Hazard 56°F

47 Central City 56°F

48 Georgetown 56°F

49 Independence 56°F

50 Monticello 56°F

51 Walton 56°F

52 Frankfort 57°F

53 Henderson 57°F

54 Lebanon 57°F

55 Bardstown 57°F

56 London 57°F

57 Nicholasville 57°F

58 Harrodsburg 57°F

59 Russellville 57°F

60 Wilmore 57°F

61 Leitchfield 57°F

62 Hillview 57°F

63 Mount Washington 57°F

64 Shepherdsville 57°F

65 Owensboro 57°F

66 Paducah 57°F

67 Lexington-Fayette urban county 57°F

68 St. Matthews 58°F

69 Douglass Hills 58°F

70 Lyndon 58°F

71 Jeffersontown 58°F

72 Middletown 58°F

73 Louisville/Jefferson County 58°F

74 Mayfield 58°F

75 Berea 58°F

76 Somerset 58°F

77 Franklin 58°F

78 Hopkinsville 58°F

79 Oak Grove 58°F

80 Fort Campbell North 58°F

81 Princeton 59°F

82 Murray 59°F

83 Shively 59°F

84 Bowling Green 59°F

85 Madisonville 60°F

86 Glasgow 60°F

The coldest cities in Kentucky experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Oakbrook has an average annual temperature of just 53°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 53°F average, Oakbrook 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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