Mesh covers handle snow better than solid ones.

Yes, for a snowy area, get a heavy-duty mesh cover rated for snow load.

Solid covers look nice but can become a disaster in snow country. Snow melts on top, water pools, and that extra weight can tear the cover or collapse the whole thing into your pool. You’d need a pump running all winter and still risk ice damage. Mesh covers let water drain through, so you only deal with the actual snow — which you can brush off or let melt slowly. Less stress on the cover, less hassle for you.

Just make sure the cover has a snow load rating that exceeds