freezing weather

[ˈfriːzɪŋ ˈweðər]
noun phrasepl: freezing weathers (uncommon usage)
tempo congelante
1. Weather conditions with temperatures at or below the freezing point of water (32°F or 0°C), causing ice formation and dangerous conditions
The freezing weather made the roads treacherous for drivers.
O tempo congelante tornou as estradas perigosas para os motoristas.
2. Extremely cold weather conditions that are uncomfortable or dangerous for outdoor activities
We stayed indoors during the freezing weather last week.
Ficamos dentro de casa durante o tempo congelante da semana passada.
In Brazil, where tropical and subtropical climates dominate, 'freezing weather' is relatively uncommon except in southern regions like Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina during winter months. The phrase carries a sense of alarm and disruption when it occurs. In the United States, particularly in northern states and during winter, freezing weather is a regular seasonal occurrence that influences daily life, infrastructure maintenance, and cultural activities.
NYC Slang
brass monkey weather
Synonyms / Sinônimos
subfreezing weatherarctic weatherbitter coldharsh winter conditionsextremely cold weather
Antonyms / Antônimos
warm weatherhot weathermild weatherbalmy conditions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tempo congelante
Most common and formal usage
General Brazilian
frio congelante
Alternative more colloquial form
Rio de Janeiro
tempo de congelador
Informal, comparing to freezer temperature
Portugal
tempo gelado
Preferred European Portuguese term

Related Words

frosticeblizzardtemperaturewintercold snap

Related Idioms & Phrases

freezing your tail off
cold enough to freeze the balls off a brass monkey
bitter cold
cold snap
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