Frost risk
Last frost in Cesena
Median last frost, cautious frost date, and guidance on sowing before or after cold risk in Cesena.
Median 0 °C
February 18springCautious 2 °C
March 23springAutumn 2 °C
November 24first frostWhat 0 °C and 2 °C mean
Reference dates
When spring frosts usually fall
- February 180C median
- March 10C cautious
- March 62C median
- March 232C cautious
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0 °C | February 18 |
| Cautious last frost 0 °C | March 1 |
| Median last frost 2 °C | March 6 |
| Cautious last frost 2 °C | March 23 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0 °C | December 9 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2 °C | November 24 |
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 | none | not available |
| 2018 | March 1 | -0.52 °C |
| 2017 | January 12 | -0.56 °C |
| 2016 | none | not available |
| 2015 | February 8 | -0.6 °C |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | none | not available |
| 2012 | February 17 | -1.18 °C |
| 2011 | March 9 | -0.16 °C |
Frequently asked questions
What is the cautious garden date for Cesena?
The most cautious date on this page is March 23 on the 2 °C threshold. For sensitive crops, use it as the reference before moving sowing or transplanting earlier.
What is the difference between 0 °C and 2 °C in Cesena?
The median 0 °C date is February 18, while the cautious 2 °C date is March 23. The 2 °C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Can parts of Cesena differ from this date?
No. In Cesena, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.