Last frost in Milano: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Milano.
Last frost in Milano
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Milano.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | March 12 |
| Cautious last frost 0C | March 30 |
| Median last frost 2C | March 28 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | April 11 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | November 17 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | October 30 |
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 | April 1 | -1.2 C |
| 2019 | March 12 | -0.12 C |
| 2018 | March 23 | -0.18 C |
| 2017 | January 30 | -0.82 C |
| 2016 | March 7 | -1.91 C |
| 2015 | March 7 | -0.36 C |
| 2014 | February 8 | -0.16 C |
| 2013 | March 28 | -0.01 C |
| 2012 | February 21 | -0.86 C |
| 2011 | March 10 | -0.55 C |
Difference between 0C and 2C
What to sow before the cautious date
- Swiss chard
- Carrot
- Tuscan kale
- Onion
- Strawberry
- Pea
- Radish
- Arugula
- Spinach
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 Milano?
The most cautious date on this page is April 11 on the 2C threshold. For sensitive crops, use it as the reference before moving sowing or transplanting earlier.
What is the difference between 0C and 2C in Milano?
The median 0C date is March 12, while the cautious 2C date is April 11. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Does the frost date apply everywhere in Milano?
No. In Milano, 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: Garlic, Basil, Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale. For these crops, the cautious date and night protection matter more.