In winter vs During winter

[hunnybunny]

I need your help once again (my Korean student is really quite a challenge for me). I know that there's practically no difference between in winter and during winter. But somehow, it sounds a little off when you say:

"In winter, Koreans like to ski."

instead of

"During winter, Koreans like to ski."

Or am I just imagining that it sounds off?

[Mister Micawber]

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They both sound fine to me.
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who teaches English for a living at Mister Micawber's
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[hunnybunny]

Thanks, Mr. Micawber! I'll explain it to my student tomorrow.