A drop in temperature can always seem like a rude awakening, even in the heart of winter. Yet for some places around the U.S., freezing temperatures are the norm. That’s certainly the case for a place known as Fargo, North Dakota. Considered to be the coldest place in the continental U.S., this city is well-equipped for harsh winters. Take a peek at what life looks like in this frozen winter town:
Fargo, North Dakota is the most populous city in the state, with a population of nearly 121,000.
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While this corner of the U.S. is beautiful, there’s just one catch: it happens to experience some of the most brutal winter weather in the continental U.S.
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With average monthly minimum temperatures of just .1 degrees F and an average annual snowfall of 42.4 inches, winters in Fargo can seem endless.
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Blizzards, icy roads, and wind chill are part of everyday life during the winter season.
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In fact, it’s not uncommon for weeks to pass by without the temperature rising above freezing. This is especially true in January and February.
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If you live in Fargo, chances are you are equipped with extra gloves, mittens, jackets, and a whole survival kit for those times when you really can’t leave the house.
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On the bright side, residents of Fargo know how to take advantage of the “milder” days.
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Just five degrees above freezing means that folks might be out and about again, grateful for a break from the winter norm.
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So if you can bundle up and embrace the cold, you’ll find that experiencing the coldest winter in the continental U.S. certainly has its advantages.
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Have you ever visited Fargo, North Dakota in the wintertime? Be sure to share your experiences there with us! For related content, be sure to check out Wisconsin’s Enchanting Frozen Caves.
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