Coldest Cities in Massachusetts

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Massachusetts

1 Pittsfield 46°F

2 Gardner 46°F

3 North Adams 47°F

4 Adams 47°F

5 Fitchburg 48°F

6 Palmer Town 48°F

7 Ware 48°F

8 Greenfield 48°F

9 Webster 48°F

10 Whitinsville 48°F

11 Oxford 48°F

12 Marlborough 48°F

13 Milford 48°F

14 Hudson 48°F

15 Clinton 48°F

16 Northborough 48°F

17 Spencer 48°F

18 Amherst Town 48°F

19 Northampton 48°F

20 Southbridge Town 48°F

21 Beverly 48°F

22 Gloucester 48°F

23 Newburyport 48°F

24 Lynnfield 48°F

25 Salisbury 48°F

26 Haverhill 48°F

27 Framingham 49°F

28 Leominster 49°F

29 Needham 49°F

30 Wellesley 49°F

31 Cochituate 49°F

32 Athol 49°F

33 Bridgewater Town 49°F

34 Chicopee 49°F

35 Westfield 49°F

36 Holyoke 49°F

37 West Springfield Town 49°F

38 Agawam Town 49°F

39 Easthampton Town 49°F

40 Longmeadow 49°F

41 Attleboro 50°F

42 Middleborough Center 50°F

43 Woburn 50°F

44 Winchester 50°F

45 Braintree Town 50°F

46 Randolph Town 50°F

47 Milton 50°F

48 Peabody 50°F

49 Danvers 50°F

50 Amesbury Town 50°F

51 Maynard 50°F

52 West Concord 50°F

53 Franklin Town 50°F

54 Barnstable Town 50°F

55 East Harwich 50°F

56 Waltham 51°F

57 Arlington 51°F

58 Lexington 51°F

59 Wakefield 51°F

60 Burlington 51°F

61 Reading 51°F

62 Wilmington 51°F

63 Pinehurst 51°F

64 Worcester 51°F

65 Nantucket 51°F

66 Mansfield Center 51°F

67 Foxborough 51°F

68 Medfield 51°F

69 Sharon 51°F

70 Walpole 51°F

71 Methuen Town 51°F

72 Andover 51°F

73 Lawrence 51°F

74 Taunton 51°F

75 North Attleborough Town 51°F

76 Lowell 51°F

77 Brookline 51°F

78 Watertown Town 51°F

79 Belmont 51°F

80 Revere 51°F

81 Weymouth Town 51°F

82 Salem 51°F

83 Marblehead 51°F

84 Winthrop Town 51°F

85 Abington 51°F

86 Swampscott 51°F

87 Holbrook 51°F

88 Hull 51°F

89 North Scituate 51°F

90 Scituate 51°F

91 Hingham 51°F

92 South Yarmouth 52°F

93 West Yarmouth 52°F

94 Yarmouth Port 52°F

95 East Falmouth 52°F

96 Lynn 52°F

97 Somerville 52°F

98 Malden 52°F

99 Medford 52°F

100 Everett 52°F

The coldest cities in Massachusetts experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Pittsfield has an average annual temperature of just 46°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 46°F average, Pittsfield 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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