Coldest Cities in Ohio

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Ohio

1 Chardon 48°F

2 Cuyahoga Falls 49°F

3 Norton 49°F

4 Fairlawn 49°F

5 Montrose-Ghent 49°F

6 Wadsworth 49°F

7 Barberton 49°F

8 Medina 49°F

9 Portage Lakes 49°F

10 Niles 49°F

11 Ashtabula 49°F

12 Geneva 49°F

13 Canfield 49°F

14 Warren 49°F

15 Conneaut 49°F

16 Austintown 49°F

17 Apple Valley 49°F

18 Mount Vernon 49°F

19 Streetsboro 49°F

20 Aurora 49°F

21 Ravenna 49°F

22 Kent 49°F

23 Cortland 49°F

24 Wauseon 49°F

25 Howland Center 49°F

26 Champion Heights 49°F

27 Munroe Falls 49°F

28 Tallmadge 49°F

29 Twinsburg 49°F

30 Pepper Pike 49°F

31 Reminderville 49°F

32 Hudson 49°F

33 Solon 49°F

34 Stow 49°F

35 Orrville 50°F

36 Canal Fulton 50°F

37 New Franklin 50°F

38 Massillon 50°F

39 Rittman 50°F

40 Ashland 50°F

41 Bryan 50°F

42 Girard 50°F

43 Columbiana 50°F

44 Eastlake 50°F

45 Mayfield Heights 50°F

46 Highland Heights 50°F

47 Willowick 50°F

48 Lyndhurst 50°F

49 Willoughby 50°F

50 Youngstown 50°F

51 Wickliffe 50°F

52 Struthers 50°F

53 Hubbard 50°F

54 Willoughby Hills 50°F

55 Salem 50°F

56 Campbell 50°F

57 Chesterland 50°F

58 Kirtland 50°F

59 Johnstown 50°F

60 Granville 50°F

61 Galion 50°F

62 Oberlin 50°F

63 Upper Sandusky 50°F

64 Vermilion 50°F

65 Amherst 50°F

66 Lorain 50°F

67 Wooster 50°F

68 Napoleon 50°F

69 Shelby 50°F

70 Ontario 50°F

71 Defiance 50°F

72 Willard 51°F

73 Norwalk 51°F

74 Bellevue 51°F

75 Marion 51°F

76 Bellefontaine 51°F

77 Mansfield 51°F

78 Zanesville 51°F

79 Newark 51°F

80 Fremont 51°F

81 Bowling Green 51°F

82 Tiffin 51°F

83 Fostoria 51°F

84 New Philadelphia 51°F

85 Kenton 51°F

86 Sidney 51°F

87 Steubenville 51°F

88 Toronto 51°F

89 St. Marys 51°F

90 Delphos 51°F

91 Van Wert 51°F

92 Wapakoneta 51°F

93 Fort Shawnee 51°F

94 Lima 51°F

95 Uhrichsville 51°F

96 Northridge 51°F

97 Eaton 51°F

98 Urbana 51°F

99 Springfield 51°F

100 Oxford 51°F

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