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Cloud With Snow
klaʊd wɪð snoʊ
Definitions
1
Weather · Nature
Common
Represents snowy weather conditions with snowfall from clouds. Used to indicate winter weather, snowstorms, or cold temperatures with precipitation.
Commonly used in weather discussions, winter activities planning, or expressing cold conditions.
The forecast says 🌨️ for the weekend, so our ski trip is looking good!
Weather discussion on messaging apps
School might be closed tomorrow 🌨️
Social media status update
In Western cultures, associated with winter holidays, cozy indoor activities, and sometimes travel disruptions.
2
Metaphorical · Mood
Uncommon
Metaphorically represents feeling cold emotionally, being overwhelmed, or experiencing a difficult period.
Used to express emotional states metaphorically related to coldness or being snowed under.
My mood after seeing those exam results 🌨️
Social media comment
The metaphorical usage draws on cultural associations of snow with isolation, quietness, and sometimes melancholy.
Evolution Timeline
2016
Gained popularity as weather apps and forecast services began incorporating emoji in notifications and updates.
Weather services adopting emoji for visual communication
2019
Increased usage in climate change discussions as unusual weather patterns became more common.
Growing climate awareness and extreme weather events
Cultural Context
Snow emoji usage varies dramatically by geography, with higher frequency in regions where snow is common but not constant, and novelty usage in tropical regions.
Snow carries different connotations across cultures—representing hardship and isolation in some regions while symbolizing recreation and beauty in others.
Weather forecasting apps have popularized this emoji, making it one of the more commonly recognized weather symbols in digital communication.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
Often used with a sense of novelty or disruption, as heavy snowfall is less common but causes significant transportation issues.
United States
Frequently used during winter months, especially in northern states. Often associated with school closures and winter activities.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Primarily used for literal weather forecasting and family logistics planning around winter weather events.
Gen_Z: Used both literally for weather and metaphorically for emotional states. Often in winter aesthetic posts and snow day celebrations.
Older: Limited usage, primarily in direct weather contexts or winter holiday greetings to family members.
Millennials: Practical usage in weather discussions, trip planning, and commute warnings. Sometimes used in work-from-home announcements.
Common Combinations
🌨️❄️
Heavy snowfall or blizzard conditions
Used to emphasize significant snowfall, often in weather forecasts or winter storm warnings.
🌨️☃️
Perfect snow for winter activities or snowman building
Conveys excitement about snowfall that's ideal for outdoor winter fun and activities.
🌨️🏔️
Mountain snow or alpine weather conditions
Used by skiers and snowboarders to indicate good powder conditions or mountain weather forecasts.