World’s 5 coldest places: Regions where temperatures plunge to -67°C and car engines run 24/7

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Winter months have arrived in the Northern Hemisphere and it is bitterly cold in many regions. Snowfall has blanketed the mountains and in some extreme areas, temperatures are dropping as low as -67 degrees Celsius. Let’s take a look at some of the coldest places on Earth where such freezing conditions are a reality.

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A severe cold wave has hit India, bringing snowfall to the hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. In the coming days, many parts of the country are expected to experience extremely cold weather. Around the world, temperatures in some places can drop as low as -67 degrees Celsius. Let’s explore some of the coldest places on Earth where such freezing temperatures occur. (Image Credit: ANI)

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In the Russian village of Oymyakon, a record low temperature of -67.7 degrees Celsius has been recorded, making it the coldest inhabited place on Earth. The residents keep their car engines running 24/7 to cope with the extreme cold, while the local power plant plays a crucial role in sustaining life in these harsh conditions.

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In places like Oymyakon, Russia, where the cold is extreme, people rely on high-fat foods such as reindeer meat and horse liver to maintain their energy. Wearing multiple layers of thick fur clothing is essential for venturing outdoors and surviving these harsh conditions.

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Utqiagvik in Alaska, formerly known as Barrow, is the northernmost city in the United States. The sun doesn't rise for more than 65 days during the winter in Utqiagvik . Its residents live a life that blends modern, insulated homes with ancient traditions such as whaling and other traditional hunting practices, combining centuries-old ways of life with modern amenities.

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In Snag, a small North American settlement in Yukon, Canada, the lowest temperature was recorded, -63°C. The residents here have survived the harsh conditions of winter storms and isolation by relying on powerful wood-burning stoves and careful preparation.

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In Longyearbyen, Norway, one of the world’s northernmost towns, houses are built on stilts to prevent heat from the buildings from melting the permafrost below. Residents also carry safety equipment to protect themselves from polar bears, highlighting the challenging living conditions in this icy environment.

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Dras, located in Ladakh, India, is one of the coldest inhabited places in the world. Temperatures here can drop as low as -60°C during the winter months, making it a challenging environment for residents to live in.