Tonye Brown

November 30, 2023

 • 4 min read

The top 10 Indoor Activities to enjoy on a Winter Snowy Day, as recommended by Optic Weather's A.I system

Discover the perfect activities for when the weather is clear & beautiful - whether you want to explore nature, get some exercise, or just relax and unwind.

When you wake up to find a thick blanket of snow outside, it can instantly set a cozy, wintery mood. But once you’ve spent some time playing out in the winter wonderland, you’ll likely be ready to head back inside to warm those frozen toes!

So once you come in from the cold, what should you do?

We’ve put together the ultimate top 10 list of fun indoor activities perfect for snow days spent inside. Let’s take a look!

Why Stay In on Snow Days

Before jumping into the activities, let’s first cover why snowy days present the perfect occasion for indoor enjoyments:

• Coziness: Something about watching snow fall outside while curled up inside just feels so perfectly cozy!
• Safety: Roads and travel conditions may be dangerous due to ice and low visibility. It’s safest to stay put!
• Save outdoor play for later: No need to cram it all into one day! Save some of the sledding and snowmen building for another time.
• Bonding: Snow days are perfect for quality time with family or roommates, playing games and keeping each other company.

Now that you’re convinced to stay in, here are 10 activities to try!

1. Bake Up a Winter Storm

Freezing weather puts you in the mood for mouthwatering baked treats. Whip up something scrumptious to enjoy all day!

• Make hot chocolate chip cookies, sweet cake, or fresh bread.
• Time it so hot treats are ready as soon as everyone comes back inside to warm up.
• The kitchen will smell absolutely heavenly!

2. Cozy DIY Crafts

Tap into your creative side with some arts and crafts perfect for the snowiest of days:

• Make wintery crafts like snowflake window hangings, melted snowman art, and paper penguin decorations
• Paint a festive snow-covered winter landscape
• Glue popsicle sticks into mini sleds or snowflakes
• Knit scarves or hats for snowmen decor later

Unleash your inner crafter to make cute snow day keepsakes!

3. Cuddle Up for Movie Marathons

For the ultimate cozy snow day, put on fuzzy pajamas, grab blankets, make popcorn, and dive into movies to pass the hours.

• Choose frosty films like Frozen, Elf, or Home Alone
• Make it a festive family day with seasonal classics like Rudolph
• Have a romcom or Harry Potter movie spree with friends if you get snowed in together

Movies and hot chocolate are the perfect pairing when there’s snow to be watched falling outside!

4. Stage an Indoor Snowball Fight

Just because you’re stuck inside doesn’t mean you can’t have a fun (less freezing) indoor snowball battle using socks or soft plush balls!

• Construct blanket forts and stock up on soft “snowball” ammo
• Toss them gently back and forth the way you might in a classic outdoor snowball fight
• Customize ground rules - maybe sock slides across wood floors are allowed!

Giggle away at this silly version of a snow day staple!

5. Catch Up on Reading

Snow provides lovely peaceful ambience for finally catching up on reading you’ve been putting off.

• Make cozy reading nooks with plush pillows and blankets next to frosty windows
• Lose yourself in that novel that’s been sitting on your nightstand unopened
• Flip through glossy magazines you’ve been meaning to read

Treat yourself to uninterrupted reading time - you’ll feel productive even while cozying up!

6. Play Classic Board Games

In case cabin fever kicks in, entertain yourself and any snowed-in friends/family as you pass the snowy hours with classic board and card games!

• Monopoly, Scrabble, Clue, Uno, Chess, Checkers - play all those staple games you haven’t touched in ages!
• Learn new games together and discover new favorites

Games help time fly by with laughter and friendly competition!

7. Do Indoor Scavenger Hunts

For some active fun, hold indoor scavenger hunts to uncover silly items hidden around your home!

• Write lists focused on winter themes or holiday elements
• Give clever clues guiding teammates to specific locations. (“Where mom finds her lost earrings”)
• See who can collect their list and complete tasks fastest!

Search every room turning the usual surroundings into adventure!

8. DIY “Snow” Slime or Playdough

Spark nostalgia with some sensory homemade “snow” slime or playdough using baking soda, glue, and contact solution.

• Shape pretend snowballs, mini snowmen, snow angels
• Hide miniature plastic animals in the dough like they’re foraging winter scenes
• When bored later, peel it off surfaces for stretchy, soothing entertainment

Sensory snow activities minus the freezing temperatures!

9. Do Puzzles Galore

Grab jigsaw puzzles from the closet and challenge yourself to complete them as snow piles up outside.

• Start with easy 100 piece kids puzzles up to 1000+ pieces for experts
• Chat and munch snacks as you collectively piece together the images
• Race against the clock or just leisurely fit pieces on lazy snow days

Puzzling away the hours is supremely satisfying!

10. Cook Up Hearty Soups & Stews

Since snow sets the mood for comfort food, cook up slowly simmered hearty soups and stews to enjoy all day!

• Look up your favorite chili, potato soup, beef stew recipes
• Prep bread bowls and bake fresh bread for dipping
• Share with neighbors or friends also stuck indoors

Delicious smells and flavors will instantly warm your spirits!

Embrace the Snow Day In!

As you can see, snowy days offer the perfect occasion for indoor fun, coziness, and making memories!

So when inclement weather strikes, get excited to bake yummy treats, craft cute projects, puzzle or game the day away. Turn snow days stuck inside into chances for creativity and quality time. ❄️

Now…where are those fuzzy socks and blankies? There are snowy adventures to be had - right here inside!

If you’re looking for more recommendations or need help finding the perfect activity for you, don’t forget to check out Optic Weather’s AI system for personalized suggestions and guidance (it can also recommend activities for a rainy day, snowy day, etc.). Happy exploring!