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What is Canada's Coldest City?

Published in Geography 1 min read

The title of Canada's coldest city belongs to Snag, Yukon. Located in the southwest of the territory, Snag holds the record for the lowest temperature ever recorded in Canada, a bone-chilling -63°C (-81.4°F) on February 3, 1947.

While Snag might be the coldest city in Canada based on its record low, other cities in the Yukon and Northwest Territories also experience extremely frigid temperatures during the winter months.

Here are some other cities known for their cold climates:

  • Yellowknife, Northwest Territories: Known as the "Diamond Capital of Canada," Yellowknife experiences an average winter temperature of -25°C (-13°F).
  • Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories: Situated on the Mackenzie River, Fort Simpson sees an average winter temperature of -27°C (-16.6°F).
  • Whitehorse, Yukon: The capital of Yukon, Whitehorse experiences an average winter temperature of -20°C (-4°F).

These cities offer unique experiences for those seeking adventure and a taste of Canada's extreme cold.

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