Why do your hands burn after playing in snow?

Hands can burn after playing in snow due to a combination of cold exposure and subsequent warm-up. When exposed to freezing temperatures, blood vessels constrict to preserve heat, reducing blood flow. Once you return indoors or warm up, blood rushes back to the extremities, which can cause a tingling or burning sensation as nerves react to the sudden change in temperature. Additionally, if your hands were wet from the snow, the cold moisture can intensify the sensation.