Last frost in Ancona: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Ancona.
Last frost in Ancona
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Ancona.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | February 7 |
| Cautious last frost 0C | February 7 |
| Median last frost 2C | February 6 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | February 17 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | December 26 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | December 26 |
Difference between 0C and 2C
What to sow before the cautious date
- Onion
- Lettuce
What to sow after the cautious date
- Garlic
- Swiss chard
- Broccoli
- Carrot
- Tuscan kale
- Cucumber
- Onion
- Green bean
- Fennel
- Strawberry
- Lettuce
- Eggplant
Sensitive crops
FAQ
When does the main frost risk end in Ancona?
The most cautious date on this page is February 17 on the 2C threshold. For sensitive crops, use it as the reference before moving sowing or transplanting earlier.
What is the difference between 0C and 2C in Ancona?
The median 0C date is February 7, while the cautious 2C date is February 17. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Does the frost date apply everywhere in Ancona?
No. In Ancona, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.
Which crops should be protected before the cautious date in Ancona?
In the local rules, the more sensitive crops include: Basil, Broccoli, Tuscan kale, Cucumber, Onion, Fennel. For these crops, the cautious date and night protection matter more.