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00:03Today, we are exploring the 10 coldest states in the U.S.
00:07If I were to ask you how much cold you could endure, would you say minus 10 degrees or minus 20 degrees?
00:14In the U.S., there are states where temperatures have dropped as low as minus 60 degrees.
00:19In this video, I will tell you about the 10 coldest states in the U.S.
00:24The United States of America occupies a substantial geographical region with different climatic conditions.
00:30The country's landmass spans from hot southern to freezing northern states.
00:35The temperature in the cold areas drops from 0 to negative 30 degrees Celsius during winter.
00:41Discover the coldest states in the U.S. and their record lowest temperatures.
00:45The United States is a vast country with 50 states that experience different weather at different times of the year.
00:52Most of the coldest states are located in the northern part of the country.
00:56The country is hot in the south and cold in the north.
00:59The temperatures in these areas are negative most of the year, especially during winter.
01:04If you are planning to visit or relocate to these areas, this list of the coldest states in America can be helpful.
01:2210. Michigan
01:32Michigan is the 10th coldest state in America.
01:36The record lowest temperature in Michigan is minus 51 degrees Fahrenheit minus 46.1 degrees Celsius.
01:43The winters are brutal, and the weather is characterized by ice, snow, wind, and freezing temperatures.
01:51The annual average temperature in Michigan is 44.4 degrees Fahrenheit, 6.9 degrees Celsius.
01:58Winter starts in December and lasts until mid-March.
02:02Some of the fun activities to explore here include ice fishing, ice skating, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.
02:099. New Hampshire
02:11New Hampshire is the 9th coldest state in the U.S.
02:15The record lowest temperature in New Hampshire is 108 degrees Fahrenheit minus 77.8 degrees Celsius.
02:23This area has a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters, and warm and wet summers.
02:29The annual average temperature in New Hampshire is 44.2 degrees Fahrenheit, 6.8 degrees Celsius.
02:36And in January, temperatures range between minus 4 degrees Fahrenheit minus 20 degrees Celsius
02:42to 15 degrees Fahrenheit minus 9.44 degrees Celsius.
02:47New Hampshire receives cold Arctic winds from Canada in the northern part of the region.
02:52Summers are mild in the southeastern region due to the warm Atlantic Ocean,
02:56with temperatures ranging from 70 degrees Fahrenheit, 21.11 degrees Celsius to 85 degrees Fahrenheit, 29.44 degrees Celsius.
03:07Despite the cold, you can explore snow tubing and horse-drawn sleigh ride.
03:118. Wisconsin
03:13The record lowest temperature in Wisconsin is minus 55 degrees Fahrenheit minus 48.3 degrees Celsius.
03:21Wisconsin is famous for producing cheese and being one of the cold states in America.
03:26Snowmobiling and ice skating are fun activities people enjoy in Wisconsin.
03:31The region has an average temperature of 43.1 degrees Fahrenheit, 6.2 degrees Celsius,
03:38and it borders Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.
03:41Winter here is cold and long, with the northern and western parts experiencing an average snowfall of 160 a year.
03:48January is the coldest month, with temperatures hitting a low of 14 degrees Fahrenheit minus 10 degrees Celsius
03:55and a high of 28 degrees Fahrenheit minus 2.22 degrees Celsius.
04:00In Wisconsin, the weather is best for outdoor activities from mid-June to early September.
04:067. Vermont
04:08The record lowest temperature in Vermont is minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit minus 45.6 degrees Celsius.
04:15Vermont is one of the most beautiful regions in the U.S.
04:19It has a beautiful town, gorgeous fall foliage, and is the origin of delicious maple syrup.
04:25It is also one of the coldest states taking position 7,
04:28with an average temperature of 43.2 degrees Fahrenheit, 6 degrees Celsius.
04:34Winter is characterized by an average of 89.25 inches of snow and cold winds from the Arctic area.
04:41The summers are warm, with temperatures averaging from 75 degrees Fahrenheit, 23.89 degrees Celsius to 82 degree F, 27.78 degrees Celsius.
04:536. Montana
04:56The record lowest temperature in Montana is minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit minus 56.7 degrees Celsius.
05:03Montana is known for its beautiful nature, diverse wildlife, and natural resources.
05:09Despite this beauty, it is one of the coldest states in the U.S.,
05:14with an average temperature of 42.7 degrees Fahrenheit, 5.9 degrees Celsius.
05:20Montana's climate is attributed to its topography filled with plains, badlands, and isolated mountain ranges.
05:27The region experiences harsh winter and cool summer climates.
05:31The coldest month is January, with an average of 0 degrees Fahrenheit minus 17 degrees Celsius.
05:385. Wyoming
05:40Wyoming is one of the regions with cold weather in America.
05:44The record lowest temperature in Wyoming is minus 66 degrees Fahrenheit minus 54.4 degrees Celsius.
05:52It is the fifth coldest state with an average temperature of 42.0 degrees Fahrenheit, 5.6 degrees Celsius.
06:00The average temperature during winter can go from 0 degrees Fahrenheit minus 17.8 degrees Celsius
06:07to 15 degrees Fahrenheit minus 9.4 degrees Celsius.
06:11The region is semi-arid, and it experiences warm summers and cold winter seasons.
06:17Winters in Wyoming are characterized by dry air from the north.
06:21The topography of this area makes it susceptible to extreme weather changes.
06:26The mountain regions experience an average snowfall of about 200 inches,
06:30while the lowland gets about 50 inches.
06:33The Chinook winds make the temperatures warm, mainly in the lowlands.
06:384. Minnesota
06:40The record lowest temperature in Minnesota is minus 60 degrees Fahrenheit minus 51.1 degrees Celsius.
06:48Minnesota is a state in the U.S. located in the upper Midwest region of the country bordering Canada.
06:54Due to its proximity to Lake Superior on its northeastern side, Minnesota has a regulated climate.
07:01During winter, Minnesota experiences cold temperatures, mostly below freezing.
07:06Winter is accompanied by freezing rain, ice, and sleet.
07:10In the northern part, temperatures in January can go as low as minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit minus 34 degrees Celsius.
07:19Annually, the area experiences an average temperature of 41.2 degrees Fahrenheit 5.1 degrees Celsius.
07:27Downhill skiing, ice hiking, and ice skating are some of the fun things you can engage in here.
07:323. Maine
07:34Maine is not only known for its lobsters, but it's one of the coldest states in America.
07:39The record lowest temperature in Maine is minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit minus 45.6 degrees Celsius.
07:47It comes in third coldest in America with an annual average temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit 5 degrees Celsius.
07:54It is extremely cold during winter, which is quite long.
07:57These winters are coldest in the northwestern side and warmer along the Atlantic Ocean coastline.
08:03The region receives an average of 50 to 70 inches of snow along the coastline and 60 to 100 on the mainland.
08:10Summer months are shorter and are mainly hot and rainy.
08:14Frigid water jumping is one of the popular activities in this area.
08:182. North Dakota
08:20North Dakota is situated in the farthest Midwest area of the U.S.
08:25It is the second coldest state in America with extreme cold being winter.
08:30The record lowest temperature in North Dakota is minus 60 degrees Fahrenheit minus 51.1 degrees Celsius.
08:38The region also experiences intense windy days and the weather changes during summer to excessive heat.
08:44North Dakota is vastly flat with little vegetation.
08:48The annual average temperature in North Dakota is 41.1 degrees Fahrenheit 5 degrees Celsius,
08:54with winter averaging at around 24 degrees Fahrenheit minus 4.4 degrees Celsius.
09:00January is the coldest, with temperatures ranging from 2 degrees Fahrenheit minus 16.7 degrees
09:07Celsius and 17 degrees Fahrenheit minus 8.3 degrees Celsius in the north and south, respectively.
09:14This is your area if you enjoy winter activities such as ice skating, ice hockey, and snowmobiling.
09:211. Alaska
09:23Alaska tops the list if you are wondering what state is the coldest in America.
09:27The record lowest temperature in Alaska is minus 80 degrees Fahrenheit minus 62.2 degrees Celsius.
09:35The region is located in the northwestern part of America.
09:39It is close to the North Pole and experiences freezing winters filled with snow and ice.
09:44You would expect summers to be warm, but it's mostly cold and cloudy here.
09:49This means everyday life in Alaska will require you to layer up so as to stay warm.
09:54The coldest part of Alaska is the interior region,
09:57where the weather is extremely cold due to strong winds from Canada and Siberia.
10:02The annual average temperature ranges from 26.6 degrees Fahrenheit minus 3.0 degrees
10:09Celsius to minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit minus 34 degrees Celsius.
10:14Another area with extreme temperatures is the Fairbanks area,
10:17where temperatures go to as high as 90 degrees Fahrenheit 32.2 degrees Celsius in summer
10:24and lows of minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit minus 45.6 degrees Celsius in winter.
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