It’s officially winter, which means it’s time to start decorating! If you’re looking for some free desktop wallpaper and background downloads, we’ve got you covered. We’ve gathered a few of our favorite winter wallpapers and desktop backgrounds, so feel free to check them out and download your favorites.
From snowy landscapes to close-ups of ice crystals, there’s something for everyone in our gallery. So why not take a few minutes to download a new background and get into the holiday spirit? Happy decorating!
You may also want to check out our collection of Christmas wallpaper.
This post showcases 50 winter wallpaper and desktop backgrounds for any desktop resolution. If you see something you like, just click the image and you’ll be led to the source where you can download the wallpaper completely free.
Free Winter Wallpapers and Backgrounds
Snowflake Macro
A beautiful close-up shot of a snowflake with a blurred background. There’s plenty of space for your desktop icons.
Lone Tree
One of our favortie wallpapers, this beautiful landscape photo with a minimalist style, featuring a single bare tree and snow-covered ground.
White Fox in the Snow
White fox sitting in a snowy field looking towards the camera.
Close-Up of Ice
Abstract shot of cracked ice on a fountain.
Silver Forest
Tree trunks rising out of the snow-covered ground within a beautiful forest.
Aerial View
Drone shot looking straight down at a group of evergreen trees and snow-covered ground.
Sea of Clouds
Mountaintop view looking down on thick clouds and a rising sun.
Snow-Covered Trees
Snowy forest scene with many trees and a walking path.
Mountain Lake
Reflecting mountain lake surrounded by snowy peaks.
Ocean Waves
Shot from above of a coastal scene with snow-covered ground.
Foggy Winter Mountain
Snowy, rugged mountain peaks surrounded by fog.
Early Snow
Trees with brown autumn leaves covered by a recent snow.
Snow-Covered Road
An urban scene during a blizzard.
Winter Sand Dunes
Low-angled shot of sand dunes with bare trees and a colorful sky in the background.
Mountains
Black & white shot of snow-covered mountain peaks.
Aerial View of Forest
Drone shot looking straight down on a thick forest with hundreds of snow-covered trees.
Icy Plant
A green plant covered with jagged ice crystals.
Tree-Lined Street
Snow-covered trees on both sides of a straight, narrow road.
Pink Afternoon
Bare leafless trees and snow-covered ground with a pink sky in the background.
Close-Up of Icy Leaf
Macro shot of a leaf covered in ice crystals with a bold blue background behind it.
Aurora Borealis
Stunning northern lights in the sky, disappearing behind a snow-capped mountain.
Pile of Leaves
A collection of brown fallen leaves all covered with ice crystals.
Branches Covered in Snow
Close-up shot of evergreen tree branches with a light coating of snow.
Winter Canyons
Stunning landscape scene of a snow-covered canyon taken from a high vantage point.
Cold Lake
Winter lake with low-lying fog.
Castle on Cliff
Iconic German castle photographed from a distance in winter.
Winter Park
Snow-covered park in Moscow, Russia.
Winter Landscape from Above
Remote Norwegian landscape featuring trees and snow-covered ground, photographed from a high angle.
Leopard
Leopard in a forest during a snowstorm.
Winter Crystal
Close-up shot of a reflecting crystal sitting on two branches.
Ice-Covered Berries
Close-up shot of red winter berries under a coating of ice.
Stone House at Sunset
Small stone house in the mountains with snow-covered ground photographed at sunset.
White Out
Snow-covered trees in a thick fog.
Snowy Road Between Trees
Winter scene with a straight road leading through a dense forest.
Foggy Mountaintop
Grayscale foggy mountaintop makes a beautiful modern desktop background.
A Winter’s Night
The moon shines over warm homes glowing in snow-covered hills.
Winter Lake Reflection
Crisp, cold reflection of a sky and winter landscape on a still lake.
Barn
Small barn surrounded by a few trees and snow-covered ground.
Mountain Nightfall
Snowcapped Trees
Minimal Snowscape
Monochromatic snowdrift.
Muted Winter Plants
Cool hues on dried winter plants.
Snow Falling
Muted, airy photograph is a nice calming, quiet background that won’t make your desktop feel too bright or busy.
Tree Line Whiteout
Minimal photography with deep greens and lots of negative space.
Winter Berry
A splash of color amid a snowy white background.
Dog Days of Winter
A very good boy spots something in the woods on a winter walk in this well composed and textured photo.
Northern Light Sleigh Ride
Incredible capture of the Northern Lights from the view of a dog sled.
Team of Horses
Friendly looking horses with great bangs face the photographer for this charming, fluffy winter capture.
Snowy Expanse
Aerial view of a vast landscape covered in snow meeting the horizon far in the distance.
Starry Winter Night
This long exposure photograph unveils this peaceful winter night under crystal clear star light.
Download Winter Wallpapers
These wallpapers are among the best ways to enjoy the season. We hope you enjoy these winter backgrounds and free winter wallpapers that are perfect for decorating your desktop in a fun way.
Downloading any of these backgrounds is easy. When you find one that you like, click on the image and you’ll be led to the source. From there, you can download a high resolution version and set it was your wallpaper.
If you’re interested in other seasonal wallpapers, please see our other collections:
