Frost risk
Last frost in Chioggia
Median last frost, cautious frost date, and guidance on sowing before or after cold risk in Chioggia.
Median 0 °C
February 14springCautious 2 °C
February 28springAutumn 2 °C
December 13first frostWhat 0 °C and 2 °C mean
Reference dates
When spring frosts usually fall
- February 140C median
- February 280C cautious
- February 162C median
- February 282C cautious
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0 °C | February 14 |
| Cautious last frost 0 °C | February 28 |
| Median last frost 2 °C | February 16 |
| Cautious last frost 2 °C | February 28 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0 °C | December 20 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2 °C | December 13 |
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 | February 28 | -2.32 °C |
| 2017 | none | not available |
| 2016 | none | not available |
| 2015 | none | not available |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | none | not available |
| 2012 | February 14 | -0.16 °C |
| 2011 | none | not available |
Frequently asked questions
Which date should I use for sensitive transplants in Chioggia?
The most cautious date on this page is February 28 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 14, while the cautious 2 °C date is February 28. The 2 °C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
How should I adapt the frost date inside Chioggia?
No. In Chioggia, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.