One Of The Coldest Places In America Is Right Here In Vermont
Right now, you’re probably enjoying our colorful Vermont autumn, which is one of the most beautiful in the country. It’s easy to be mesmerized by all that red and gold foliage and forget that it’s really a sign that winter is on its way.
If you're like us, you've probably been stuck inside on a cold winter day and thought to yourself, "this must be the coldest place in the country." Of course, Alaska is actually the coldest state in the country, but according to the science and weather site Current Results, Vermont is one of the top 10.
According to average temperatures across the state, Vermont was ranked the 7th coldest state in the country. Of course, it's not just the frigid winters that decide a state's ranking.
Some states that might not have winters as cold as ours have colder summers, making their average colder for the year. That's why states in the Pacific Northwest don't crack the top 10 coldest overall, but they do make the list for the coldest summers.
Vermont is pretty cold year-round, with the 6th coldest winters and the 8th coldest summers in the country. According to U.S. Climate Data, the coldest month in Vermont is usually January, and the average low temperature is a frosty 10 degrees.
Because the study uses a statewide average, colder regions of a state will bring down the average temperature for the rest of the state (cough, cough, we're looking at you, Northeast Kingdom). Still, if you're a fan of the Old Farmer's Almanac, the 225-year-old publication is predicting this winter will be colder than last year's.
According to Sperling's Best Places, Vermont has an average snowfall of 91.4 inches a year, while the average for the country is a mere 25 inches. A little cold weather never stopped Vermonters from having fun, though. Check out these ideas to make the best of the winter season.
Even though Vermont’s winters are no joke, and you should always be prepared, you have to admit there’s a lot of beauty to be found in our state, even during the winter season.
How do you handle living in the country’s 7th coldest state? Are you ready for winter?
