in the dead of winter

in the dead of winter

In or during the middle of winter, especially at its coldest, darkest period. I find myself dreaming of tropical islands every year in the dead of winter.
See also: dead, of, winter
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • dead of winter
  • the dead of winter
  • dead of
  • dead of night/winter, the
  • halcyon days
  • summer and winter
  • be death on (something)
  • I wouldn't say no
  • I wouldn't say no (to something)
  • have a run of
References in periodicals archive
So even in the dead of winter make a healthy habit of using sunscreen on your hands and face, wear a hat with a brim, and use sunglasses.
Winter sun protection