Which Cold Climate City Is Right For You Quiz

In these recent years, more and more people are visiting Antarctica. In truth, humans have never stopped exploring or pushing our own limits. And when we do, we often discover beauty unlike any other. But maybe Antarctica is still a far off goal. Let’s start with some cold climate cities and have you “warm up” to these icy cities.

We found 15 cities that are perfect for singing “Let it go”. Take this quiz, comprised of 16 questions, to find out which of the cities you would survive best in.

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• Snag, Yukon Territory33112🇨🇦CanadaSnag, Yukon Territory62°23′00″N, 140°23′00″WPopulationUnknownYearUnknownArea(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-63The village of Snag is located in a bowl-shaped valley of the White River and its tributaries, including Snag Creek. It was first settled during the Klondike Gold Rush. In 1947, the village of Snag boasted a population of just eight to ten First Nation people and fur traders. An additional staff of 15 to 20 airport personnel - meteorologists, radio operators, aircraft maintenance men - lived at the airport barracks. Snag recorded the lowest temperature for continental North America on February 3, 1947 at -63 degrees Celsius.You are a person who values solitude and finds peace in the untamed wilderness. Your resilient spirit and love for nature make you well-suited to life in Snag, where you can immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the Yukon. Your adaptability and self-reliance will serve you well in this remote community, where you can find a sense of belonging among like-minded individuals who appreciate the simple things in life.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/1.jpg
• North Ice32111🇬🇱GreenlandNorth Ice78°08′02″N, 38°27′49″WPopulationUnknownYearUnknownArea(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-66.1North Ice in Greenland was a British research station much like Russian research station in Vostok Station, Antarctica. The lowest temperature recorded here is -86.8 Fahrenheit (-66 degree Celsius). North Ice is located in the northern part of Greenland. Since over 75% of Greenland is covered by ice, transportation to North Ice is via helicopter, small planes and dog sledges.You are an introspective and self-sufficient individual who is drawn to the stark beauty and isolation of the Greenland Ice Sheet. Your ability to find contentment in solitude and your appreciation for the power and majesty of nature make you an ideal candidate to live in the remote outpost of North Ice. Your inner strength and resourcefulness will allow you to thrive in this unique and challenging environment, where you can find a sense of purpose and belonging.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/2.jpg
• Klinck Research Station33111🇬🇱GreenlandKlinck Research Station77°33′N, 65°37′WPopulationUnknownYearUnknownArea(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-69.4On December 22, 1991, scientists from the University of Wisconsin measured a record low temperature of -92.9oF (-69.4oC) at the Klinck research station on Greenland’s ice cap. The measurement was made with an automated temperature recorder. The Klinck research station is located within the Arctic Circle at an elevation of 10,187 feet (3,105 meters).You are a person who values knowledge and understanding, and you are drawn to the opportunity to live in a place that is at the forefront of scientific discovery. Your curiosity and adaptability make you well-suited to life at the Klinck Research Station, where you can be surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Greenland Ice Sheet and contribute to the important work being done there. Your open-mindedness and willingness to embrace new experiences will allow you to thrive in this unique and dynamic community.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/3.jpg
• Verkhoyansk24233🇷🇺RussiaВерхоянск67°33′N, 133°23′EPopulationUnknownYearUnknownArea(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-69.8According to the 2002 census, Verkhoyansk in Russia has 1,434 hardy residents who carve out a living in the deep Siberian wilderness. It was founded as a fort in 1638 and serves as a regional hub in cattle breeding and tin and gold mining. Located 404 miles from Yakutsk, another cold locale on our list and and 1,500 miles south of the North Pole, Verkhoyansk was used to house political exiles between the 1860s and early 20th century. It was no wonder they chose to send exiles to Verkhoyansk: In January the average temperature is minus 56 degrees Fahrenheit and mean monthly temperatures stay below freezing from October through April.You are a person who values tradition and community, and you are drawn to the rich history and culture of this remote Siberian town. Your appreciation for the simple things in life and your willingness to lend a helping hand will allow you to find a sense of belonging and purpose in this unique and challenging environment.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/4.jpg
• Oymyakon33232🇷🇺RussiaОймякон63°27′N, 142°47′EPopulation472YearUnknownArea(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-71.2Oymyakon is a rural locality in Oymyakonsky District of the Sakha Republic, Russia, located along the Indigirka River, 30 kilometers northwest of Tomtor on the Kolyma Highway. Oymyakon is one of the coldest permanently inhabited locales on Earth. The village is named after a local hot spring, which some residents tap during the winter by breaking through the thick crust of ice rimming the warm water. Oymyakon's tourism board has promoted the town as a perfect destination for adventure travelers hungry for a taste of the extreme.You are a person who embraces challenges and finds joy in the simple things in life. Your appreciation for the stunning beauty of the surrounding landscape and your willingness to immerse yourself in the local culture will allow you to find a sense of belonging and contentment in this unique and fascinating place.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/5.jpg
• Denali Mountain24123🇺🇸United StatesDenali63°04′10″N, 151°00′27″WPopulationUnknownYear1896Area(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-73.8Denali is the tallest mountain in North America. Located in south-central Alaska, the mountain's peak is 20,310 feet (6,190 meters) above sea level, also making it the third highest of the Seven Summits — the highest mountains on each of the seven continents — following Mount Everest in Nepal and Aconcagua in Argentina. By one measure, it could be considered the third tallest mountain in the world.You are a person who is drawn to the majesty and beauty of the natural world, and you find peace and inspiration in the presence of towering peaks and pristine wilderness. Your adventurous spirit and love for the outdoors make you well-suited to life near Denali, where you can immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Alaska and find a sense of connection to something greater than yourself. Your inner strength and resilience will serve you well in this challenging and rewarding environment.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/6.jpg
• Amundsen–Scott South Pole Station15211🇦🇶AntarcticaAmundsen–Scott South Pole Station90°00′S, 0°00′EPopulation150Year1956Area(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-82The Amundsen–Scott South Pole Station is a United States scientific research station at the South Pole, the southernmost place on the Earth. The station is located on the high plateau of Antarctica at an elevation of 2,835 metres (9,301 feet) above sea level. During the six-month “night” at the South Pole, it gets extremely cold at the South Pole, with air temperatures sometimes dropping below −73 °C (−99 °F). This is also the time of the year when blizzards, sometimes with gale-force winds, strike the Amundsen–Scott Station. The continuous period of darkness and dry atmosphere make the station an excellent place from which to make astronomical observations, although the moon is up for two weeks of every 27.3 days.You are a person who values discovery and exploration, and you are drawn to the unique challenges and opportunities of living in one of the most extreme environments on Earth. Your adaptability and curiosity make you well-suited to life at the Amundsen–Scott South Pole Station, where you can be part of a community of scientists and adventurers who are pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and endurance. Your appreciation for the beauty and mystery of the Antarctic will allow you to find a sense of wonder and fulfillment in this remote and fascinating place.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/7.jpg
• Dome A14111🇦🇶AntarcticaDome A80°22′00″S, 77°21′11″EPopulationUnknownYearUnknownArea(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-82.5Dome A or Dome Argus is the loftiest ice dome on the Antarctic Plateau, located 1,200 kilometres (750 mi) inland. It is thought to be the coldest naturally occurring place on Earth; scientists believe that temperatures can sometimes even reach below −100 °C (−148 °F) in the winter. It is the highest ice feature in Antarctica, consisting of an ice dome or eminence of 4,093 metres (13,428 ft) elevation above sea level. It is located near the center of East Antarctica, approximately midway between the enormous head of Lambert Glacier and the geographic South Pole, within the Australian claim.You are a person who finds peace and solitude in the vast expanses of the natural world, and you are drawn to the idea of living in a place that is truly disconnected from the rest of human civilization. Your self-reliance and inner strength make you well-suited to life at Dome A, where you can be surrounded by the otherworldly beauty of the Antarctic Plateau and find a sense of purpose and meaning in the pursuit of scientific discovery. Your ability to appreciate the small wonders of life will allow you to find joy and contentment in this unique and challenging environment.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/8.jpg
• Russia's Vostok Research Station14121🇷🇺RussiaСтанция Восток78°27′52″S, 106°50′14″EPopulationUnknownYearUnknownArea(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-89.2Vostok Station is a Russian research station in inland Princess Elizabeth Land, Antarctica. Founded by the Soviet Union in 1957, the station lies at the southern Pole of Cold, with the lowest reliably measured natural temperature on Earth of −89.2 °C (−128.6 °F; 184.0 K). Research includes ice core drilling and magnetometry.You are a person who values hard work and dedication, and you are drawn to the opportunity to be part of a community that is pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and endurance in one of the most extreme environments on Earth. Your resilience and adaptability make you well-suited to life at Russia's Vostok Research Station, where you can contribute to the important work being done there and find a sense of purpose and belonging among like-minded individuals. Your appreciation for the stunning beauty and unique properties of the Antarctic ice will allow you to find wonder and inspiration in this remote and fascinating place.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/9.jpg
• Dome Fuji or Dome F15111🇦🇶Antarcticaドームふじ77°19′01″S, 39°42′12″EPopulationUnknownYear1995Area(km²)UnknownAverage Temperature(℃)-93.2Valkyrie Dome, also known as Dome Fuji or Dome F is located in the eastern part of Queen Maud Land at 77°30′S 37°30′E. With an altitude of 3,810 m or 12,500 ft above sea level, it is the second-highest summit or ice dome of the East Antarctic ice sheet and represents an ice divide. Dome F is the site of Dome Fuji Station, a research station operated by Japan. A high ridge located between Dome Argus and Dome Fuji on the East Antarctic Plateau saw the lowest ever temperature on earth according to Nasa satellite data. As the temperature was not recorded directly, however, it is not counted as a new Guinness World record.You are a person who values simplicity and finds peace in the quiet solitude of the natural world. Your inner strength and self-reliance make you well-suited to life at Dome Fuji, where you can be surrounded by the otherworldly beauty of the East Antarctic Ice Sheet and find a sense of connection to something greater than yourself. Your ability to appreciate the small wonders of life and your willingness to embrace new experiences will allow you to find contentment and fulfillment in this unique and challenging environment.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/10.jpg
• Reykjavik51554🇮🇸IcelandReykjavík64°08′00″N, 21°56′00″WPopulation130345Year1786Area(km²)273Average Temperature(℃)4.3Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It's home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history. The striking concrete Hallgrimskirkja church and rotating Perlan glass dome offer sweeping views of the sea and nearby hills. Exemplifying the island’s volcanic activity is the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa, near the village of Grindavik.You are a person who values creativity and finds inspiration in the unique blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture that characterizes Reykjavik. Your open-mindedness and adventurous spirit make you well-suited to life in this charming and welcoming city, where you can immerse yourself in the local arts scene and explore the stunning landscapes of Iceland. Your appreciation for the simple joys of life and your willingness to embrace new experiences will allow you to find a sense of belonging and contentment in this one-of-a-kind destination.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/11.jpg
• Ulaanbaatar52333🇲🇳MongoliaУлаанбаатар47°55′13″N, 106°55′01″EPopulation1372000Year1639Area(km²)4704.4Average Temperature(℃)-0.4Ulaanbaatar is the capital of Mongolia. It’s in the Tuul River valley, bordering the Bogd Khan Uul National Park. Originally a nomadic Buddhist center, it became a permanent site in the 18th century. Soviet control in the 20th century led to a religious purge. Soviet-era buildings, museums within surviving monasteries, and a vibrant conjunction of traditional and 21st-century lifestyles typify the modern city.You are a person who values tradition and finds meaning in the rich history and culture of Mongolia. Your adaptability and respect for the local way of life make you well-suited to life in Ulaanbaatar, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant community and explore the stunning beauty of the surrounding steppes. Your open-mindedness and willingness to learn from others will allow you to find a sense of belonging and purpose in this unique and fascinating city.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/12.jpg
• Moscow41435🇷🇺RussiaМосква55°45′21″N, 37°37′02″EPopulation12197596Year1147Area(km²)2511Average Temperature(℃)5.8Moscow, on the Moskva River in western Russia, is the nation’s cosmopolitan capital. In its historic core is the Kremlin, a complex that’s home to the president and tsarist treasures in the Armoury. Outside its walls is Red Square, Russia's symbolic center. It's home to Lenin’s Mausoleum, the State Historical Museum's comprehensive collection and St. Basil’s Cathedral, known for its colorful, onion-shaped domes.You are a person who values history and finds inspiration in the rich cultural heritage of Russia. Your adaptability and open-mindedness make you well-suited to life in Moscow, where you can immerse yourself in the city's many museums and cultural sites and explore the stunning architecture of the Kremlin and Red Square. Your appreciation for the arts and your willingness to embrace new experiences will allow you to find a sense of belonging and fulfillment in this dynamic and fascinating city.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/13.jpg
• Mohe County42424🇨🇳China漠河52°58′20″N, 122°31′01″EPopulation84700Year1981Area(km²)18427Average Temperature(℃)-5.5Mohe County is a county of Heilongjiang province, and is the northernmost Chinese county. It is under the administration of the Daxing'anling Prefecture. The county is named after the Mohe, a Tungusic people of ancient Manchuria. A village, the northernmost Chinese settlement, at the latitude of 53° 29' N known as the “Beiji Village” (北极村, literally “Northernmost Village”) lies in this county, on the Amur River, which forms the border with Russia's Amur Oblast and Zabaykalsky Krai. Here, the astronomical phenomenon of aurora borealis attracts domestic and foreign tourists to this village.You are a person who values simplicity and finds peace in the untamed wilderness of China's northernmost region. Your resilience and adaptability make you well-suited to life in Mohe County, where you can immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the taiga forest and find a sense of belonging among the warm and welcoming local community. Your appreciation for the simple joys of life and your willingness to embrace new experiences will allow you to find contentment and fulfillment in this remote and fascinating corner of the world.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/14.jpg
• Calgary41545🇨🇦CanadaCalgary51°03′00″N, 114°04′00″WPopulation1096833Year1875Area(km²)825.29Average Temperature(℃)4.4Calgary, a cosmopolitan Alberta city with numerous skyscrapers, owes its rapid growth to its status as the centre of Canada’s oil industry. However, it’s still steeped in the western culture that earned it the nickname “Cowtown,” evident in the Calgary Stampede, its massive July rodeo and festival that grew out of the farming exhibitions once presented here.You are a person who values community and finds joy in the vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty of western Canada. Your outgoing personality and love for the outdoors make you well-suited to life in Calgary, where you can immerse yourself in the city's many cultural events and explore the breathtaking landscapes of the nearby Rocky Mountains. Your adaptability and enthusiasm for life will allow you to find a sense of belonging and purpose in this dynamic and welcoming city.//areal.me/coldest-place-on-earth-to-visit/img/15.jpg