New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for January 5, 2025

Strands presents a new letter grid puzzle featuring seven hidden, thematically linked words. Solving this puzzle requires keen observation and word-finding skills.

This guide offers assistance for Strands puzzle #308 (January 5, 2025), themed "Cold Snap." The puzzle includes a pangram and six additional themed words.

NYT Games Strands Puzzle #308 (January 5, 2025)

The puzzle grid.

Hints (Spoiler-Free):

Hint 1

The theme relates to weather conditions.

Hint 2

Focus on cold weather phenomena.

Hint 3

Consider types of cold precipitation.

Partial Spoilers (Two Words):

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Sleet

Placement of "Sleet" in the grid.

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Flurry

Placement of "Flurry" in the grid.

Complete Solution:

The theme is "Winter Weather." The words are Drizzle, Flurry, Frost, Blizzard, Snow, Sleet, and the pangram.

Complete solution showing word placement.

Solution Explanation:

"Cold Snap" accurately describes the theme, encompassing various winter weather conditions. All themed words represent typical winter weather occurrences.

Enjoy the challenge! Access the New York Times Games Strands website to play on your preferred device.