Frost risk
Last frost in Favara
Median last frost, cautious frost date, and guidance on sowing before or after cold risk in Favara.
Median 0 °C
February 14springCautious 2 °C
March 15springAutumn 2 °C
December 9first frostWhat 0 °C and 2 °C mean
Reference dates
When spring frosts usually fall
- February 140C median
- February 240C cautious
- February 282C median
- March 152C cautious
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0 °C | February 14 |
| Cautious last frost 0 °C | February 24 |
| Median last frost 2 °C | February 28 |
| Cautious last frost 2 °C | March 15 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0 °C | December 9 |
| 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 4 | -0.57 °C |
| 2018 | none | not available |
| 2017 | January 8 | -1.11 °C |
| 2016 | none | not available |
| 2015 | none | not available |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | none | not available |
| 2012 | February 17 | -0.23 °C |
| 2011 | March 9 | -0.17 °C |
Frequently asked questions
What is the cautious garden date for Favara?
The most cautious date on this page is March 15 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 March 15. The 2 °C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Does the frost date apply everywhere in Favara?
No. In Favara, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.