Source-checkedQuality of life & UI

Cold Winters

by Jackson Frost · for Project Zomboid

COMPATIBLE WITH b42.21 Compatible with both B41 and B42 Works in multiplayer for any version This mod only affects the climate during winter - other seasons won`t be changed . Introduction: Vanilla…

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COMPATIBLE WITH b42.21 Compatible with both B41 and B42 Works in multiplayer for any version This mod only affects the climate during winter - other seasons won`t be changed . Introduction: Vanilla…

COMPATIBLE WITH b42.21

Compatible with both B41 and B42

Works in multiplayer for any version

This mod only affects the climate during winter - other seasons won`t be changed.

Introduction:

Vanilla Zomboid climate of Kentucky is set up in such a way that winters are quite warm and mild. For instance, snow barely stays for more than a month between December and February, and it melts pretty often. Additionally, you may only encounter quite low temperatures a couple of times throughout the whole winter. Even if you change the temperature preset in Sandbox to "Cold" the temperatures will drop to -5 degrees for a few weeks in January. Actually, these temperatures are historically accurate if you check KY weather history in 90`s, but some players may find it not challenging enough.

What does this mod do:

The "Cold Winters" makes winter tougher: temperatures can drop to -30 degrees Celsius, and you'll find yourself facing real cold by lowering winter temperatures, which is more challenging for your survival. Additionally, blizzards will occur more often (can be disabled in Sandbox settings), so be ready to cope with extreme weather. Moreover, there is a little chance in winter that your generator will failure due to cold and you have to restart it! You can disable it on world creation in sandbox settings. Winter will become a season that requires well preparation.

FAQ:

Is this mod compatible with "Surviving Through Seasons" or "Hypothermia Kills"?

- Yes.

Can I add this mod at mid-game?

- Yes, you can add it whenever you want.

Is this mod compatible with "Realistic Temperature Mod"?

- Yes.

How many times do blizzards start?

- Several time per month. There is a chance that blizzard can last up to 7 days.

Is this mod compatible with "Cryogenic Winter"?

- No.

Note: this mod is NOT compatible with other weather changing mods. I do not recommend you to use it with "Winter is coming" challenge because it may not work properly.

Keep in mind that you are not allowed to repack this mod without permission.

I hope you enjoy this mod! Please rate it if you liked it. I really appreciate that.

Workshop ID: 3577100076 Mod ID: coldwinters

Highlights

From source data

Footprint

Rated a light load on a server.

Last update

Its author last shipped an update 2 mo ago.

Cold Winters on Nxeon

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One-click install
Supported on Nxeon Project Zomboid servers. We download it from Steam Workshop, place it, and restart the server.
Server load
light
Smallest plan we suggest
Project Zomboid — 6 GB (6 GB RAM). This follows our own load rating above, not a benchmark.
Latest build
2026-08-22, released 2026-08-22

Game versions by loader

LoaderGame versionsNewest
Workshop

From 1 recorded build of Cold Winters.

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What kind of mod it is

From the catalog
Listed on Steam Workshop as “QoL”

Quality of life & UI

Small conveniences, tweaks and interface improvements players notice straight away.

Compatibility

Game
Project Zomboid

Verified at the source

  • ✓Steam WorkshopOfficial listing, checked 2026-11-01Open ↗
  • ✓AuthorJackson Frost, as published on Steam Workshop
  • ✓LicenseNot published by the sourceFree

Cold Winters, answered

Generated from the mod’s own source data.

Is it free?

Yes. Cold Winters is free to download from Steam Workshop.

How do I add it to my Nxeon server?

Use “Add to a server” on this page, or open NxLabs from your dashboard. We install it, restart your server and switch it on.

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