75 Things To Do During A Snowstorm That Relieve Boredom

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The wind is howling outside. Snow is blowing sideways in gusts, and the roads are covered with snowdrifts. You’re stuck at home and you’re bored. I’m coming to the rescue with 75 things to do during a snowstorm!

From fun activities that you can do by yourself or with others, to productive tips, and to adventurous activities. There are things to do when feeling bored.

There’s something on this list for everybody. And many of these things you can do in a snowstorm even if you don’t have power.

So don’t despair… as you’re reading this, the snow is most likely here. Or there’s a snowstorm coming, but you’re at least ready to have a great time!

Fun Things To Do During A Snowstorm: For Adults

Let’s start off with the fun things to do during a snowstorm for adults. If you’re still working remotely, I’ve included a few things on this list that you can easily add to your work routine.

Have coffee with a scented candle: get cozy during a winter storm

Give yourself a luxurious soak in a bubble bath with candles and relaxing music.
Open up that bottle of expensive whisky or wine and enjoy it while watching the snowfall.
Make mac ‘n cheese or your favourite comfort food. It’s a cheat day if you’re on a diet.
Take coffee to the next level by adding a splash of your favourite liqueur.
Play your favourite board game.
Be a kid again and play your old video games.
Do a comedy TV series marathon.
Make homemade popcorn.
Do some crafting: use whatever you’ve got on hand to create artwork. Collages are an easy and fun way to have a good time.
Bake cookies.
Throw a dance party for yourself with your favourite tunes.
Have sex.
Have more sex… this time in a new position.
If you’re single… still have sex. :)
Do a movie marathon of your favourite actor’s top films.
Make chicken soup or tomato soup with grilled cheese.
Give your partner a massage. If you’re alone, use a ball or other hard round object to get at spots on your back.
Stay in your PJs all day, and wear comfy socks.
Do puzzles: crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles.
Catch up on your social media accounts.
Enjoy some ice cream with all your favourite toppings.
Make a big batch of homemade soup or chili.
Read a book. A real book, not one on your e-reader.
Have a long nap.
Bundle up and go for a walk in the neighbourhood.

| Related: Self-Care Tips For The Fall Season

Productive Things To Do During A Snowstorm: For Adults

Doing productive things during a snowstorm makes the day not feel like a waste. This is especially important for anybody who always needs to be busy.

Order prints of digital photos on your phone.
Clean out and refold your clothes in your cupboards.
Match unmatched socks.
Do all your laundry. All! Even items that you’ve put off washing.
Get the dust rag and clean all surfaces.
Shovel the snow, and shovel some more.
Depending on the time of winter: do Holiday shopping online, or Valentine’s Day shopping.
Cook up meals to freeze for convenient dinners.
Catch up with your family members over the phone.
Clean appliances and other items in your home that you usually clean only once in a while. Take advantage of the extra free time to get it all done.
Dust and clean your blinds.
Catch up on your finances. Forecast your income and expenses for the next six months.
Freshen up your kitchen and bathroom drains with vinegar and baking soda.
Take one room and organize it: declutter, sorting items to donate and throw away.
Workout!
File any paperwork that’s laying around, such as bills and invoices.
Make a bit of extra cash online: do surveys, reviews with companies such as Swagbucks, UserTesting.
Clean your shoes and boots: get out the polish!
Sort out stuff in your front closet: if it’s anything like mine, it’s a dark pit where scarves and mittens go to hide.
Organize your emails: open unopened ones, delete those that aren’t needed.
Redecorate your home without spending a dime: move your photos/images around.
Get organized: create an “important stuff” drawer with things you always need but always misplace.
Check to make sure anything with a battery doesn’t have it leaking. Replace old batteries.
Get things together for your taxes.
Grind up sensitive documents and envelopes you no longer need.

Fun Things To Do With Kids During A Snowfall

Doing things with kids during a snowstorm can be both fun and a nightmare. It all depends on the mood, and since you’re in charge, you can set it!

Dress warmly and go outside to do shoveling together.
Make snow angels.
Build a snowman.
Make a snow fort.
Get out the old family board games.
Make hot chocolate with marshmallows.
Bake homemade s’mores in the oven.
Make your children’s favourite meal: make them be your sous chefs in the kitchen.
Have them call grandparents for a little catch-up.
Hook up an old gaming console and introduce your kids to your favourite childhood games.
Do some crafting together.
Make Valentine’s Day cards.

Things to do with kids during a snow storm: read books!

Read storybooks.
Do a movie marathon with freshly made popcorn.
Play with Playdough.
Do a jigsaw puzzle together.
Have a costume contest: let your kids raid your closet for some dress-up fun.
Play charades.
Help them write a story. They make the illustrations.
Play guess the item: place items in boxes. Have your child guess the item.
Teach your children simple card games.
Introduce your kids to old music videos (80’s music rocks!) with a dance party.
Build a fort out of pillows and blankets.
Put on a play.
Give your kids a fun bubble bath.

Be Prepared For Snowstorms

In December 2013, Toronto and parts of Southern Ontario were hit by a very bad ice storm. It took many people off guard as they weren’t expecting to have power outages and the inability to travel. So, anybody who hadn’t stocked up with food and water quickly noticed their problem.

Although I love snowstorms because they give me permission to just have a fun time at home, we are always prepared for the potential of a power outage and being snowed in.

Tips for preparedness include:

Have enough water for three days as well as no-heat requiring food (for everybody in the family)
Keep an old-school radio with working batteries
A portable battery phone charger charged up and ready to go. I like to have at least 2 or 3 of these charged up at all times.
Battery-operated lights and flashlights: candles can cause fires, so use them as a last resort.
Have heat packs to keep your hands warm
Ensure your shovels are in good working order and you have rock salt for slippery spots

When you’re prepared, you’re able to enjoy doing things during a snowstorm that are relaxing, fun, or productive without as many worries. So when the next storm comes, have a great time!