Winter 2025: 10 Best Places To See Snow Around The World

OT Staff & Waquar Habib

Toyama, Japan

Toyama experiences heavy snowfall averaging 143 inches annually. Located on the Sea of Japan coast, it’s known for deep snow and proximity to snow walls on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.​

Snow in Toyama Prefecture | visitjapansg/instagram

Sapporo, Japan

Sapporo, with 191 inches of snow yearly, hosts the famous Snow Festival. This northern Japanese city offers rich winter culture and consistent snowy conditions ideal for snow lovers.​

Snow in Sapporo | jpntourism/instagram

Aomori, Japan

Aomori tops snowfall charts with 312 inches yearly. Situated between bays and mountains in northern Honshu, it combines heavy snow with natural beauty and traditional winter festivals.​

Snow in Aomori, Japan | hirosaki_keizai/instagram

St. John’s, Canada

St. John’s in Newfoundland receives about 131 inches of snow annually, making it one of Canada’s snowiest cities with charming coastal landscapes and a rich local culture.​

Snow clad St. John’s | destinationstjohns/instagram

Quebec City, Canada

Quebec City sees an average snowfall of 124 inches. The city is rich in history and architecture, turning into a winter wonderland that attracts many tourists each year.​

Snow in Quebec City, Canada | urbanguidequebec/instagram

Syracuse, USA

Syracuse, New York, receives approximately 124 inches of snow annually. It is famous for lake-effect snow and plenty of winter sports and cultural events.​

Snow in Syracuse | aidenmedia/instagram

Saguenay, Canada

Saguenay, formed by four merged cities, experiences 123 inches of snow yearly. It’s known for harsh winters and beautiful snowy landscapes in Quebec’s wilderness.​

Snow in Saguenay | ariane_damour/instagram

Akita, Japan

Akita receives around 107 inches of snowfall each year, with snow covering much of the region in winter. It is renowned for traditional culture and snowy festivals.​

Gozanoishi Shrine in Akita during snow | realmairie/instagram

Rochester, USA

Rochester, near the Canadian border, averages 99 inches of snow per year. Its winters are severe but support an active snow sports community and vibrant local winter life.​

Snow in Rochester | urochester/instagram

Buffalo, USA

Buffalo experiences about 95 inches of lake-effect snow yearly, frequently hit by heavy blizzards. It’s a city that embraces winter with community events and snowy outdoor activities.

Highmark Stadium, Buffalo, New York | superstadiums/instagram

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Sunrise at Kedarkantha | rahmanmukthar/Shutterstock
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