Alaska, Juneau

If we are talking about escaping the heat, then we cannot leave out Alaska! After all, it is one of the coldest states we have. And keeping that in mind, the temperatures here in the quaint city of Juneau are going to surprise you. During January, the low-temperature average reaches 26 °F, while the July average goes up to 63 °F. While we are not going to see extreme differences, as with other cities that go from single to double digits between seasons, in Juneau, you should thrive in colder and cooler temperatures all year round.

If you are someone who truly cannot stand it anymore, then Juneau is definitely the city for you when you retire. What’s more, if you love adventure and winter, then it will not get any better than the Last Frontier state. Besides all the activities that you will get to do here, moving to the city means that you’ll be able to admire the northern lights, something other people just dream of seeing, and you will get front-row seats to it.

This charming downtown is bound to make a place in your heart, especially if you are a lover of nature! And the tax situation is not that bad either; just make sure that you read up on it before you commit to the move!

If Alaska has piqued your interest, we’ve got your back! Here is a fascinating book that will teach you all you need to know about Alaska, whether there is heat or no heat involved!