Extreme Cold Warning map: active extreme cold warnings now
There are no extreme cold warnings in effect right now. The most recent one in the NWS archive was issued on February 21, 2026 in California.
Dangerously cold temperatures or wind chills can cause frostbite on exposed skin in minutes.
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Active extreme cold warnings
None right now. This page updates automatically when the National Weather Service issues a new extreme cold warning.
What is a extreme cold warning?
An extreme cold warning (formerly the wind chill warning) is issued when air temperatures or wind chills are cold enough to be life threatening. Frostbite and hypothermia can develop quickly, and pipes, car batteries and livestock are also at risk.
What to do
- Limit time outside and cover all exposed skin.
- Check on people experiencing homelessness, older adults and pets.
- Let faucets drip to keep pipes from freezing.
How often extreme cold warnings are issued
From 2016 through 2025 the National Weather Service issued an average of 91 extreme cold warnings per year across the country, and 144 so far in 2026. Each count is one alert event, which can cover one or many counties.
States with the most extreme cold warnings
Extreme Cold Warnings by state
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Frequently asked questions
What replaced the wind chill warning?
The National Weather Service now issues extreme cold warnings and cold weather advisories in place of wind chill warnings and advisories.