Those living in the United States are well aware that winter can be, at best, annoying and, at worst, downright devastating. As the temperatures drop, we get ready for anything the winter may throw at us by winterizing our houses and cars so that we may make it through unscathed.

Some people may reside in a freezing city and find themselves daydreaming about packing their bags and jetting to a warm place to forget how cold it is. In that case, they are definitely not the only ones with this thought. However, there are towns all over the world where the term "chilling" is an understatement and temperatures beyond 50 degrees Fahrenheit are a pipe dream. Here are the 10 cities in the world with the coldest temperatures to be aware of in 2023.

10 Oymyakon, Sakha Republic, Russia

Named after the Russian word for "water that doesn't freeze," Oymyakon is a unique and beautiful lake. The typical winter temperature in this outlying town in eastern Siberia is a chilly -58 degrees Fahrenheit (-50 degrees Celsius). In 1924, the temperature hit a record low of -92.6 degrees Fahrenheit (-71.2 degrees Celsius). As things progress, they may get more exciting. Getting to the restroom in a hurry is an accomplishment. Since freezing water might cause pipes to break, most homes do not have indoor plumbing and instead utilize outdoor commodes. There are a lot of automobiles on the road because of the population. However, mechanical systems may become inoperable if temperatures drop too low.

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9 Yakutsk, Russia

Located south of the Arctic Circle, in Russia's extreme east, Yakutsk is noted for its harsh climate and is one of the most Instagrammable locations in Russia. A record low of -84 degrees Fahrenheit has been recorded there during the winter. Yakutsk has a population of over 336,000 and is located on a remote slab of permafrost. To avoid melting the permafrost, many of the city's homes and buildings are raised high above the ground on ventilated stilts set deep into the ground. Water and gas lines, too, typically run above ground in cities.

8 Harbin, Heilongjiang, China

The biggest city in the Heilongjiang province and the northernmost significant city in China, Harbin serves as the provincial capital. The city with the northernmost latitude also has the coldest winters. Harbin is commonly referred to as "Ice City" because of the annual Ice and Snow Festival. Every winter, the temperature dips to -30 degrees or below. Most locals will tell tourists to stay out of China during winter because it becomes too cold. Interestingly, the freezing temperatures that characterize Harbin are a major selling point with many things to do in this part of China.

7 International Falls, Minnesota, United States

This is one of many beautiful towns in Minnesota that are too cold to visit. International Falls, Minnesota, is on the Rainy River, just across from Fort Frances, Ontario, and is often regarded as the coldest city in the continental United States. International Falls has sued another city for the right to claim to be the coldest site in the United States continental. To determine once and for all who was entitled to the moniker "Icebox of the Nation," International Falls and Fraser, Colorado, went to court in 2002. That victory is now commemorated annually with a four-day celebration known as Icebox Days, during which activities like frozen turkey bowling, snow sculpture, and illuminated skiing are offered.

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6 Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Although Winnipeg is consistently ranked as one of the coldest cities in Canada, this does not prevent it from being one of the country's busiest and most populous cities. This city's typical low temperature in winter is close to -20 degrees Celsius, so be prepared to layer up. Compared to other cities on this list, their annual snowfall of roughly four feet is quite modest. One of the coldest major cities in North America, Winnipeg is home to almost 715,000 people yearly and is one of many reasons to visit Manitoba.

5 Fraser, Colorado

Fraser, Colorado, is located at an elevation of 8,574 feet in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and is home to around 1,400 people. This Middle Park community is nestled in a beautiful alpine valley near the well-known ski resort of Winter Park, Colorado. It has some of the country's harshest winters. The yearly average is a chilly 32 degrees. Temperatures typically drop to an average of 29.5 degrees in June. Compared to International Falls, its main "Icebox of the Nation" opponent, Fraser, has a milder winter but a lower annual average temperature.

4 Dudinka, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia

Dudinka is a settlement on the Yenisei River in Siberia, Russia, north of the Arctic Circle. Dudinka, with over 20,000, is one of the northernmost cities on Earth and is subject to harsh winters. The average low in January is minus 28 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 33 degrees Celsius), while the average high is a frigid minus 12 degrees F. (minus 24.5 C). Parts of town froze following a severe winter storm a few years back. Pipes ruptured, causing the streets to flood when temperatures were estimated below 40 F (minus 40 C). As a result, vehicles became trapped in a layer of ice and snow measuring several feet thick.

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3 Fairbanks, Alaska

The city of Fairbanks in the state of Alaska is yet another stunning location from which to view the breathtaking Northern Lights. Fairbanks, sometimes known as Alaska's "Golden Heart City," is home to a thriving population of around 100,000 people who remain there throughout the year. This courageous group of people lives in temperatures that are typically much below 0 degrees Fahrenheit on average. Fairbanks has 200 days of Northern Lights; expect typical winter lows of -22 degrees Celsius if one travels there during the month of January.

2 Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

More than a million hardy folks call Mongolia's capital city home in January when temperatures average a chilly -12 degrees Fahrenheit. Ulaanbaatar is located at an elevation of around 4,400 feet above sea level at the base of Bogd Khan Mountain, the site of the first national park in the world. Visitors will be in luck if they have the guts to visit Ulaanbaatar in the dead of winter. There is a burgeoning tourist industry in Mongolia during the winter months. Visitors may enjoy traditional music, dance, and even wrestling during the many festivals celebrated around the country. Tsagaan Sar, Mongolia's traditional New Year's celebration, offers exciting old-fashioned winter horse racing and is a lot of fun for the whole family.

1 Nursultan, Kazakhstan

Central Asia's Kazakhstan is an arid, windswept wasteland with severe, prolonged winters. Its capital, originally known as Astana, was renamed Nur-Sultan in 2019. The government relocated there from Almaty in 1997, making it the capital city. The country's top leaders have chosen the nation's chilliest location for their offices. January in Nur-Sultan sees average lows of just 6 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures have dropped to -16 degrees, and October is often when the weather becomes chilly. By November, the city's Ishim River is typically frozen completely.