Last frost in Messina: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Messina.
Last frost in Messina
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Messina.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | not available |
| Cautious last frost 0C | not available |
| Median last frost 2C | not available |
| Cautious last frost 2C | not available |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | not available |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | not available |
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 | none | not available |
| 2018 | none | not available |
| 2017 | none | not available |
| 2016 | none | not available |
| 2015 | none | not available |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | none | not available |
| 2012 | none | not available |
| 2011 | none | not available |
Difference between 0C and 2C
What to sow before the cautious date
no recommended item for this period
What to sow after the cautious date
no recommended item for this period
Sensitive crops
FAQ
When does the main frost risk end in Messina?
The most cautious date on this page is not available 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 not available, while the cautious 2C date is not available. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Does the frost date apply everywhere in Messina?
No. In Messina, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.
Which crops need extra care in Messina?
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.