[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] Sounds of Winter: A Collection of Soothing Sound Effects [For Work and Sleep BGM] (41–50)
Relaxing Winter Wind Sound – mcz2

This piece is composed with a strong emphasis on stereo effects.
While the composition itself consists solely of recorded snowfall, you can hear different timbres from the left and right, letting you feel as if you’re standing in the middle of a vast snowy plain.
It seems like a work that would be perfect for times when you want to drift off to sleep slowly.
[2026] Winter Sounds: A Collection of Soothing Sound Effects [For Work and Sleep BGM] (51–60)
Winter driving with sound effects

This piece turns the experience of driving on winter roads into sound effects.
Although it’s billed as a sound effect in the title, the uploader’s shouting is so loud that it’s hard to enjoy it as clean, delicate winter sounds.
You can make out things like the tires pushing through the snow, but it’s more apt to call it the sound effects of a man enjoying winter than winter sound effects themselves.
[Ambient/ASMR] A Hidden Hot Spring Where Powder Snow Dances
![[Ambient/ASMR] A Hidden Hot Spring Where Powder Snow Dances](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LWybb_kQZiM/sddefault.jpg)
When it comes to quintessential winter sounds in Japan, the gentle ambience of an open-air hot spring comes to mind.
That’s why I recommend “[Ambient/ASMR] Hidden Hot Spring Where Powder Snow Dances.” This work captures environmental sounds inspired specifically by Japanese open-air baths.
You’ll hear the bubbling of spring water, distant winds, and at times a snowstorm—each element kept pleasantly subtle, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking relaxing background audio.
It’s also great for use in scenes like characters chatting in a hot spring in game development, so indie game creators will find it especially useful.
[Work/Study Ambience ・ Sleep Aid] In a Severe Blizzard
![[Work/Study Ambience ・ Sleep Aid] In a Severe Blizzard](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/se2ANSRE_JE/sddefault.jpg)
Because winter brings strong winds, most sound sources tend to be a bit harsh on the ears.
In fact, if you plan to add narration, it’s probably better to use ambient sounds that are as unobtrusive as possible.
That’s why I recommend “Work/Study Ambient Sound & Sleep Aid: In a Severe Blizzard.” Although the wind is quite strong in this recording, the acoustics are adjusted to sound as if heard indoors, resulting in a wind sound that’s pleasant to the ear despite its intensity.
As the title suggests, it also seems suitable as BGM for sleep.
Winter Birds Singing Sound Effects

This is a very valuable work.
It features selected recordings of winter birdsong, allowing you to feel the breath of winter creatures on your skin.
Recorded in a high-quality, clear environment, the beautiful songs of winter birds resonate with great comfort.
Relaxing winter rain | Crackling fireplace and the sound of rain

When we think of winter, we tend to picture snow, but the sound of rain also conveys the harshness of the season.
That’s why I recommend “Relaxing Winter Rain | Crackling Fireplace and Rain Sounds.” This audio piece features the sounds of winter rain and crackling firewood from a fireplace, and because the wind is quiet, it’s exceptionally easy on the ears.
With so many overly loud winter soundtracks out there, these understated winter rain sounds are perfect for evoking an urban winter.
ASMR ‘Mountain Blizzard’ – blizzard and strong winds; relaxing snow sounds for sleepless nights; sleep BGM, study BGM [ambient sound BGM]
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Sound is something highly abstract.
Even a simple gust of wind can evoke a sense of the West or a distinctly Japanese atmosphere, don’t you think? This audio track, titled “ASMR ‘Mountain Blizzard’: Blizzard and Strong Winds, For Sleepless Nights, Relaxing Snow Sounds, BGM for Sleep and Study [Ambient Sound BGM],” features environmental sounds that call to mind the harsh winters of Japan’s Tohoku region and Hokkaido.
You can also hear thunder-like rumbles at times, making it a perfect fit for scenes that aim to convey the fearsome power of nature.


