Frost risk
Last frost in Acireale
Median last frost, cautious frost date, and guidance on sowing before or after cold risk in Acireale.
Median 0 °C
February 11springCautious 2 °C
March 10springAutumn 2 °C
December 9first frostWhat 0 °C and 2 °C mean
Reference dates
When spring frosts usually fall
- February 110C median
- February 230C cautious
- February 272C median
- March 102C cautious
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0 °C | February 11 |
| Cautious last frost 0 °C | February 23 |
| Median last frost 2 °C | February 27 |
| Cautious last frost 2 °C | March 10 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0 °C | December 10 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2 °C | December 9 |
Last 10 available years
The table shows, for each available year, the last date between January and June when the daily minimum was at or below 0 °C.
| year | last date <= 0 °C | minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | none | not available |
| 2019 | January 5 | -0.04 °C |
| 2018 | none | not available |
| 2017 | January 8 | -1.25 °C |
| 2016 | none | not available |
| 2015 | none | not available |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | February 11 | -0.37 °C |
| 2012 | February 13 | -0.46 °C |
| 2011 | March 9 | -0.59 °C |
Frequently asked questions
Which date should I use for sensitive transplants in Acireale?
The most cautious date on this page is March 10 on the 2 °C threshold. For sensitive crops, use it as the reference before moving sowing or transplanting earlier.
Why also look at the 2 °C threshold?
The median 0 °C date is February 11, while the cautious 2 °C date is March 10. The 2 °C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Can parts of Acireale differ from this date?
No. In Acireale, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.