Last frost in Palermo: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Palermo.
Last frost in Palermo
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Palermo.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | not available |
| Cautious last frost 0C | not available |
| Median last frost 2C | January 31 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | January 31 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | not available |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | December 31 |
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
- Swiss chard
- Broccoli
- Carrot
- Tuscan kale
- Onion
- Lettuce
- 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
Which date should I use for sensitive transplants in Palermo?
The most cautious date on this page is January 31 on the 2C threshold. For sensitive crops, use it as the reference before moving sowing or transplanting earlier.
When should I use the 0C date and the 2C date?
The median 0C date is not available, while the cautious 2C date is January 31. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Can parts of Palermo differ from this date?
No. In Palermo, 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, Broccoli, Tuscan kale, Cucumber, Onion, Fennel. For these crops, the cautious date and night protection matter more.