Last frost in Macerata: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Macerata.
Last frost in Macerata
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Macerata.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | February 7 |
| Cautious last frost 0C | February 7 |
| Median last frost 2C | February 6 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | February 17 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | December 26 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | December 26 |
Difference between 0C and 2C
What to sow before the cautious date
- Onion
- Lettuce
What to sow after the cautious date
- Garlic
- Swiss chard
- Broccoli
- Carrot
- Tuscan kale
- Cucumber
- Onion
- Green bean
- Fennel
- Strawberry
- Lettuce
- Eggplant
Sensitive crops
FAQ
When does the main frost risk end in Macerata?
The most cautious date on this page is February 17 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 7, while the cautious 2C date is February 17. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
How should I adapt the frost date inside Macerata?
No. In Macerata, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.
Which crops need extra care in Macerata?
In the local rules, the more sensitive crops include: Basil, Broccoli, Tuscan kale, Cucumber, Onion, Fennel. For these crops, the cautious date and night protection matter more.