[2026] Sounds of Winter: A Collection of Soothing Sound Effects [Background Music for Work and Sleep]
Many people probably keep a chill BGM playlist running during remote work, study time, or some bedtime reading.
That said, if you’re getting bored with the same old tunes, here are some video works that use natural sound effects.
Immerse yourself for hours in the sounds of rain, snow, and wind—an ambient soundscape straight from nature.
This time, the theme is winter: we’ve gathered pieces that evoke the season with effects like falling and piling snow, raging blizzards, rainfall, and the crackling of a fireplace.
If you’ve never listened to works like these before, it might be a refreshing new experience.
Enjoy!
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[2026] Winter Sounds: A Collection of Soothing Sound Effects [For Work and Sleep BGM] (1–10)
1 Hour Relaxing Winter Camping in SNOW & RAIN
You can listen to the everyday sounds of a man spending time in a winter forest in ASMR.
The sound of blowing on a campfire, chopping wood, gathering dead branches—these effects might be irresistible for camping enthusiasts or anyone who can listen to ambient life sounds for hours.
It’s also packed with wintery sounds like crunching through snow and brushing snow off surfaces.
I think it’s perfect BGM for times when you want to focus, so feel free to make use of it.
It could also be fun to listen to just the sounds and imagine what he’s doing.
Snowstorm Blizzard Wind Sounds For Sleeping, Relaxing ~ Calm Snow Arctic Howling Winter Ambience
Winter sounds that make you feel the chill just by listening.
This one mainly features the wind you often hear when the weather turns rough.
From a low whooshing rumble to the high pitch of sudden gusts, you can enjoy the raw sounds of nature.
If you listen closely, you’ll also hear trees swaying and fine snow tapping against leaves.
Try closing your eyes on a quiet night and really take it in.
As you do, your thoughts will sink deeper and deeper, guiding you into a high-quality, deeply restful sleep.
10 Hours Of Eerie Dark Winter Castle Vibes For Fast Deep Relaxing Sleep
When winter comes, in heavy snowfall areas the weather often turns rough with many blizzard days.
This is a simple video that lets you listen to the sound of a blizzard for a full 10 hours.
If you listen with the windows closed, it really feels like you’re spending a night in a blizzard.
A real blizzard can be worrisome, with risks like avalanches even when you’re at home, but just listening to the sound effects is perfectly safe.
Give it a try when you want to spend time quietly or be soothed by the sounds of nature.
[2026] Sounds of Winter: A Collection of Soothing Sound Effects [For Work and Sleep BGM] (11–20)
Relax In A Cozy Winter Cave With A Crackling Fire
You can hear the sharp crackle of the campfire, the calls of nocturnal animals and birds, and even the faint sound of a river flowing.
It sounds like these effects are set inside a cave, as the campfire’s pops seem to echo and resonate.
That adds to the realism, and if you close your eyes, you can savor an out-of-the-ordinary experience.
Imagine the scenery shown in the video and give it a listen.
Your ordinary winter time at home might turn into a special moment, as if you’re solo camping and feeling nature on your skin.
Relaxing Snow Falling and Wind Blowing Sounds in a Winter Landscape with an Old Cozy Mountain Cabin
It may sound like rain, but it’s actually the sound of snow piling up.
It’s a curious sound, like it’s bouncing off something hard.
A low, whooshing rumble layers over it, bringing a sense of calm.
You don’t often get to hear snow from indoors, but with these sound effects you can enjoy the unique sounds of winter right from your room.
Because the sound of falling snow resembles the crackle of a campfire, it’s perfect for soothing your mind and relaxing.
Feel free to use it when you want to fall asleep to the sounds of nature.
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It’s a sound effect that blends a low, undulating wind, occasional high-pitched gusts sweeping through, and the patter of slightly heavy snowflakes falling.
For those who live in heavy snowfall regions, it might be a familiar sound.
Despite the variety of sounds, listening to it evokes a sense of isolated quiet, as if your field of vision is being filled with snow.
In winter, it lets you feel the season more deeply; in summer, it might even make you feel a bit cooler.
It could be nice on hot, sleepless nights.
Wind on a winter grassland: sound of the wind | 3 hours wind sound | ASMR | Sleep
Why does the winter wind make us feel so chilly? One reason might be the sound of withered grass swaying.
When the wind blows, dry grasses rustle, telling us about the wind’s strength and movement.
Sometimes they sway quietly; other times, a strong gust sweeps through with a whooshing sound.
In this case, it’s mostly a gentle sway, with the tone changing now and then when stronger winds pass.
It’s a sound effect that evokes a rolling prairie under a wintry wind.
It even resembles the sound of rain in a way, making it wonderfully relaxing.