Last frost in Livorno: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Livorno.
Last frost in Livorno
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Livorno.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | February 21 |
| Cautious last frost 0C | March 6 |
| Median last frost 2C | March 14 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | March 27 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | December 6 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | November 21 |
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 0C.
| year | last date <= 0C | minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | none | not available |
| 2019 | January 26 | -0.55 C |
| 2018 | March 1 | -0.27 C |
| 2017 | January 16 | -0.02 C |
| 2016 | January 20 | -0.03 C |
| 2015 | February 19 | -0.2 C |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | February 23 | -0.67 C |
| 2012 | February 17 | -0.32 C |
| 2011 | March 8 | -1.26 C |
Difference between 0C and 2C
What to sow before the cautious date
- Swiss chard
- Carrot
- Tuscan kale
- Onion
- Pea
- Radish
- Arugula
- Spinach
What to sow after the cautious date
- Garlic
- Basil
- Swiss chard
- Broccoli
- Carrot
- Tuscan kale
- Cucumber
- Onion
- Green bean
- Fennel
- Strawberry
- Lettuce
Sensitive crops
FAQ
What is the cautious garden date for Livorno?
The most cautious date on this page is March 27 on the 2C threshold. For sensitive crops, use it as the reference before moving sowing or transplanting earlier.
Why also look at the 2C threshold?
The median 0C date is February 21, while the cautious 2C date is March 27. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
How should I adapt the frost date inside Livorno?
No. In Livorno, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.
Which crops are most sensitive near the last frost?
In the local rules, the more sensitive crops include: Basil, Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Cucumber. For these crops, the cautious date and night protection matter more.