There is a vast population on Earth, with some residing in extremely cold climates. The coldest location on Earth, Dome Fuji in Antarctica, recorded temperatures as low as -93.2°C (-135.76°F). However, the coldest city in the world can be found in Siberia, Russia.
Yakutsk, located in Siberia, holds the title of the coldest city on Earth. This city has a population of 355,000 and experiences harsh winters with an average minimum temperature of -42°C (-43.6°F) in January. Despite its freezing temperatures, Yakutsk can also get very hot in the summer, with temperatures reaching 26°C (78.8°F) in July.
Why is Yakutsk the coldest city in the world?
Yakutsk’s extreme cold can be attributed to several factors. It is situated inland, far from the moderating effects of the Sea of Okhotsk. The city lies in a region trapped by a high-pressure system during winter, bringing in cold Arctic air masses. Additionally, Yakutsk receives minimal sunlight during the winter and is built on continuous permafrost.
With a population mainly working in diamond mines, Yakutsk remains one of the most frigid cities on the planet.
Where is the coldest inhabited place on Earth?
Oymyakon in Russia is often considered the coldest inhabited place in the world, with temperatures dropping as low as -71.2°C (-96.2°F). This remote village, approximately 21 hours away from Yakutsk, experiences such extreme cold that vehicles left outdoors must remain running to avoid stalling.
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Source: www.sciencefocus.com
