Frost risk
Last frost in La Spezia
Median last frost, cautious frost date, and guidance on sowing before or after cold risk in La Spezia.
Median 0 °C
February 8springCautious 2 °C
March 6springAutumn 2 °C
December 9first frostWhat 0 °C and 2 °C mean
Reference dates
When spring frosts usually fall
- February 80C median
- February 210C cautious
- February 192C median
- March 62C cautious
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0 °C | February 8 |
| Cautious last frost 0 °C | February 21 |
| Median last frost 2 °C | February 19 |
| Cautious last frost 2 °C | March 6 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0 °C | December 14 |
| 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 | none | not available |
| 2018 | March 1 | -0.14 °C |
| 2017 | January 11 | -0.68 °C |
| 2016 | none | not available |
| 2015 | February 9 | -0.59 °C |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | none | not available |
| 2012 | February 14 | -0.97 °C |
| 2011 | none | not available |
Frequently asked questions
Which date should I use for sensitive transplants in La Spezia?
The most cautious date on this page is March 6 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 8, while the cautious 2 °C date is March 6. The 2 °C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Can parts of La Spezia differ from this date?
No. In La Spezia, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.