When Does it Snow in GTA Online?

Wondering when snow hits Los Santos in GTA Online? Find out the likely dates for the festive season update, how long it lasts, and what changes with the weather.

Hey there! So you're wondering about the white stuff falling from the sky in Los Santos, huh? It's that magical time of year in GTA Online when Rockstar throws in some festive cheer, and that usually means snow!

Rockstar hasn't officially dropped the date for this year's snowy festivities, but they've been pretty consistent. Historically, they tend to drop a 'Festive Surprise Update' around mid-December. Based on past years, you can usually expect the snow to start falling sometime around the Tuesday, December 20th, 2022 update. Keep an eye out for that, as it usually brings some cool Christmas apparel and collectibles along for the ride too!

Now, when does this winter wonderland pack up and leave? Again, Rockstar keeps it a bit of a surprise. But if we look back at previous years, the snow usually sticks around until the first weekly update of the new year. So, for 2022, that means it'll likely be removed around January 5th, 2023. Plenty of time for some epic snowball fights!

So, what's the deal with snow in the game? Does it mess with your driving? Well, it doesn't totally change the game, but it does add a couple of fun twists. First off, you can actually pick up snowballs and chuck 'em at other players, which is a blast. Secondly, and this is where it gets interesting, the snow makes your vehicles lose traction. If you're into drifting, this is your chance to shine and pull off some sweet slides. However, if you're not a fan of controlled chaos, you'll probably want to ease up on the gas and drive a bit more carefully, or you might find yourself in the repair shop more often than you'd like!