The Most Extreme Temperatures in the Universe

Andreas Schellenberg of Space Explainer illustrated the physics behind the universe’s most extreme temperatures, from the extreme cold of deep space and laboratory experiments to the intense heat in stellar cores and the early universe.

From the coldest temperature that can ever exist to the hottest limit where physics itself breaks down: a journey through every crazy temperature in the universe, and where you stand on that scale.

Extreme Universe Temperatures
Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.