Coldest Temperature Ever Recorded in Russia

Siberian village plunges to record-breaking -96 degrees Fahrenheit

New record set in Verkhoyansk, coldest inhabited place on Earth

The coldest temperature ever recorded in Russia was set in the Siberian village of Verkhoyansk, where temperatures plummeted to a bone-chilling -96 degrees Fahrenheit (-71 degrees Celsius) on February 5, 1892.

Verkhoyansk is considered the coldest inhabited place on Earth, with an average January temperature of -59 degrees Fahrenheit (-51 degrees Celsius). The village is located in the Sakha Republic, about 2,500 miles (4,000 kilometers) east of Moscow.

The extreme cold in Verkhoyansk is caused by a combination of factors, including its high latitude, its location in a valley surrounded by mountains, and its lack of vegetation. The village is also located in a region known for its strong winds, which can further lower temperatures.

The record-breaking cold snap in Verkhoyansk was caused by a combination of a strong high-pressure system and a cold air mass from the Arctic. The cold air mass settled over the village for several days, causing temperatures to drop to unprecedented levels.

The extreme cold in Verkhoyansk has a significant impact on the local population. The village is only accessible by road during the summer months, and residents must rely on snowmobiles and dog sleds to get around during the winter.

The cold also poses a serious health risk to residents. Frostbite and hypothermia are common, and the extreme cold can also lead to other health problems, such as respiratory infections and heart disease.

Despite the harsh conditions, the people of Verkhoyansk are proud of their village and its unique place in history. The village is a popular tourist destination, and visitors come from all over the world to experience the extreme cold and see the place where the coldest temperature ever recorded was set.