A man braves the snow on Monday in Harbin, Heilongjiang province. Photo: VCG

On Monday, people walk the snow-covered roads in Harbin. Photo: VCG

A middle school in Harbin is closed Monday. Primary and secondary schools in the city’s main urban area have suspended classes due to the weather. Photo: VCG

A snowstorm rages in Harbin during the early hours of Monday. Photo: VCG

Workers clear the snow on Monday morning. Photo: VCG

A delivery person drives through the wind and snow Monday in Shenyang, Liaoning province. Photo: IC Photo

Police officers direct traffic in the snow on Monday in Fuxin, Liaoning province. Photo: VCG

The Imperial Palace of Shenyang is covered in snow. Photo: IC Photo