The winter months feature cold weather, ice and snow that can be too much for a regular windshield wiper blade to handle. Therefore, it may be in your best interest to install a winter windshield wiper blade on your vehicle as they have thicker rubber and can withstand lower temperatures.
This minimizes the chances that the blade will stick to your windshield or that the rubber will become brittle and fall off. Furthermore, the stronger wiper material will remove ice and snow without leaving any streaks on the glass that can make it harder to see.
Finally, having a stronger wiper blade means that it won't bend or snap when trying to wipe away several inches of snow. This can come in handy if your car has been sitting in your driveway overnight or in a company parking lot for several hours during a period of inclement weather.