Listed below are the ten states with the coldest average annual temperatures in the USA.

Common knowledge holds that the United States has one of the world's most varied climates. Beaches Indeed, there are plenty of them in the area. Deserts Also, you possess those The United States experiences a wide range of temperatures because there are two main climate zones: the Continental Zone, which encompasses a large portion of the country, and the Maritime Zone, which covers the east coast. This disparity between the zones is due to the interaction of latitude and the prevailing winds. Here is a list of the ten states with the lowest average temperatures in the United States.

1) The state of Alaska, 28 1°F

Anchorage, Alaska, during a snowstorm Photograph by Valentin Martynov / StockStock com

When it comes to cold weather, Alaska naturally leads the pack among all other US states. Alaska, the most northwestern state in the United States, has the distinct advantage of being geographically closer to the North Pole than any other state in the Union. Alaska has long, cold, snowy winters with a lot of ice and cloud cover, and similarly chilly, cloudy summers. There are three months of warm weather. The state experiences its warmest weather in July, with average highs of 67 degrees and lows of 55. There are four months of winter. Averaging 13°F at night and 24°F during the day, January is the coldest month of the year.

Ocean currents have a significant impact on Alaska's extreme weather patterns. The Alaska Current flows along the state's western coast, while a cold ocean current flows westward along the state's Arctic coast. Temperatures in the interior of Alaska are so low because of the state's continental climate, which is influenced by the bitterly cold winds that blow in from northern Canada and Siberia.

Second, 41 points for the state of North Dakota 1°F

Wintertime in Fargo, North Dakota, and a snowstorm rolls through town.

North Dakota is one of the coldest places in the United States because it is located at the very end of the Midwest. The climate of North Dakota is continental, with extremely warm summers and bitterly cold winters. Be aware that North Dakota is characterized by relatively featureless landscape. This makes it easy for the bitterly cold Arctic winds to blow down into the state from the north.

The average annual temperature ranges from 2 degrees Fahrenheit in the north to 17 degrees Fahrenheit in the south, with an average of fifty days below freezing in the winter. North Dakota receives 19 inches of rain and 39 inches of snow on average every year. On average, there are 201 sunny days a year. Three of the best months to visit North Dakota are June, August, and July.

3 Minnesota - 41 8°F

Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, during the Winter

Minnesota's proximity to Lake Superior on its northeastern side and its position in the United States's Upper Midwest both have significant impacts on the state's climate. In the far north of Minnesota, where winters are brutally cold and summer frosts are possible, Lake Superior plays a crucial role in reducing extremes of heat and cold. In addition, the state of Minnesota has a continental climate, which means that its winters are very cold and its summers are very hot.  

If you want to enjoy the warm weather in Minnesota, the best time to visit is from the middle of June to the beginning of September. For the record, there are 3 More than 71 degrees Fahrenheit on average for nine months out of the year The hottest month of the year is July, with average high and low temperatures of 83 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit, respectively. Seasons of cold, with daily highs below 36 degrees Fahrenheit on average, last about 3 months. 3 months The average high temperature in January is 24 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average low temperature is 10 degrees.  

4. Maine - 41 9°F

Wells, Maine experienced coastal flooding and road damage as a result of a winter storm. Authorization for use of this image came from Arthur Villator / Shutterstock for editorial purposes. com

Climate-wise, Maine is classified as a humid continental climate, meaning that the state has hot, wet summers and long, bitterly cold winters. Northern and western parts of the state have much colder winters than the coastal areas, which benefit from milder temperatures due to the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean.

The warm season, with daily highs above 68 degrees Fahrenheit on average, typically lasts for three months. 9 months Averaging at 79 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 59, July is the hottest month in Maine. Three months of the year see daily averages below 34 degrees Fahrenheit, making for a very chilly winter. 3 months In terms of annual averages, January's low and high temperatures are the coldest at only 8 and 23 degrees Fahrenheit, respectively.

No. 5 Wyoming - 42 3°F

Herd of elk in Wyoming's Teton Mountains and National Park

Weather in Wyoming is semi-arid and continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The topography of Wyoming has a significant impact on the state's climate, which features more pronounced seasonal temperature shifts. Around 200 inches of snowfall are averaged in the state's highlands and mountains, while only around 50 inches are averaged in the lowlands. It's also quite warm in some areas because of the Chinook winds.  

Temperatures in the state range from a low in January to a high in July. Temperatures rarely dip below 14 degrees Fahrenheit or soar above 94 degrees Fahrenheit. The best times to visit Wyoming for warm-weather activities are the entire month of June and the three weeks beginning in the middle of August and ending in the last week of September.

Sixth-ranked Montana: 42 6°F

Montana's frozen valley serves as the backdrop for a train journey.

Climate in Montana is heavily influenced by the state's rugged terrain. The semiarid continental climate and extremely cold winters are typical of the state's eastern half, which consists of plains, the Badlands, and isolated mountain ranges. The Continental Divide blocks the movement of the warmer air from the Pacific to the east and the drier air from the continent to the west. West of this ridge, the climate is characterized by the Pacific coast, with mild winters and cool summers.  

Montana's winters are cold and snowy and sometimes foggy, in stark contrast to the state's brief but pleasant summers. The state's coldest month is December, while July sees its highest temperatures. Lows of -8 degrees Fahrenheit and highs of 94 degrees Fahrenheit are extremely unusual. Montana's warm-weather activities are best experienced between the first few weeks of July and the middle of August.

7 - Vermont, 43 2°F

Stowe, Vermont's ski lodge of origin

Humid continental climate, with mild summers and snowy winters characterizes Vermont's climate. Vermont's winter climate is profoundly impacted by arctic winds.

During the warm season, which lasts for 3.7 months, average daily highs are above 70 degrees Fahrenheit. As the year's hottest month, July sees highs of 81°F on average and as low as 62°F at their coldest. January is the coldest month of the year, with temperatures averaging between 14 and 29 degrees Fahrenheit. The best time to visit Vermont for warm-weather activities is from the middle of June to the middle of September. Getting an average of 89 Vermont has the most snowfall in the country, at 25 inches per year.  

Ranks #8: 44 degrees in Wisconsin

Winter in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Wisconsin's weather is heavily influenced by the two great lakes that border it on two sides: Superior and Michigan. Because of the impact of these two Great Lakes, the winters in the state are long, snowy, and bitterly cold. Approximately 160 inches of snowfall are recorded in the northern and western parts of the state, while the remaining parts of the state receive only about 40 inches.  

January has the lowest average high temperature of any month, at 28 degrees, and the lowest average low temperature, at 14 degrees. July has the highest average temperature of the year, at 82 degrees Fahrenheit, and the lowest, at 63 degrees. Wisconsin is best visited for warm-weather activities between the middle of June and the beginning of September.

9. Idaho, 44 degrees

Snowy Boise, Idaho

The Pacific Ocean is about 530 km from Idaho's western border, but the state still experiences a maritime influence during the winter. Idaho's winters are milder thanks to the ocean's moderating effect. On the other hand, the eastern part of the state has a semi-arid continental climate with significant seasonal temperature differences because the influence of the ocean is less pronounced there.  

July has an average high of 92 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 62 degrees Fahrenheit, while January has an average low of 25 degrees Fahrenheit and a high of 38 degrees Fahrenheit. Warm-weather activities in Idaho are best experienced between the months of late June and early September.  

Placed 10th with a score of 44 is New Hampshire. 2°F

After a particularly severe New Hampshire winter storm, Wilton

New Hampshire has a humid continental climate, with warm, wet summers and very cold, snowy winters. The southeastern part of the state, which is influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, has mild winters because of the ocean's moderating effect, while the northern and mountainous parts of the state receive the cold winds from the Arctic and have much colder winters. An average annual snowfall in New Hampshire can be anywhere from 150 to more than 250 centimeters.  

Temperatures in January average at 21 degrees Fahrenheit and rise to 34 degrees Fahrenheit, making it the coldest month of the year. On average, July has a high of 79 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 63 degrees Fahrenheit, making it the hottest month of the year. The best time to visit New Hampshire for warm-weather activities is from late June to about the middle of September.

While it may be true that these ten states are some of the coldest in the United States, winter is the best time to explore new and exciting places, so plan a trip to each and every one. All through the winter, visitors can enjoy each state's unique collection of winter-themed attractions. Consequently, take advantage of the colder months in the United States.