Frost risk
Last frost in Pavia
Median last frost, cautious frost date, and guidance on sowing before or after cold risk in Pavia.
Median 0 °C
March 24springCautious 2 °C
April 14springAutumn 2 °C
October 27first frostWhat 0 °C and 2 °C mean
Reference dates
When spring frosts usually fall
- March 240C median
- March 310C cautious
- April 52C median
- April 142C cautious
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0 °C | March 24 |
| Cautious last frost 0 °C | March 31 |
| Median last frost 2 °C | April 5 |
| Cautious last frost 2 °C | April 14 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0 °C | November 9 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2 °C | October 27 |
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 0 °C.
| year | last date <= 0 °C | minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | April 1 | -2.36 °C |
| 2019 | March 21 | -0.85 °C |
| 2018 | March 25 | -0.78 °C |
| 2017 | February 10 | -0.92 °C |
| 2016 | March 7 | -2.33 °C |
| 2015 | April 7 | -0.33 °C |
| 2014 | January 29 | -0.34 °C |
| 2013 | March 27 | -0.81 °C |
| 2012 | March 10 | -0.93 °C |
| 2011 | March 10 | -1.45 °C |
Frequently asked questions
When does the main frost risk end in Pavia?
The most cautious date on this page is April 14 on the 2 °C threshold. For sensitive crops, use it as the reference before moving sowing or transplanting earlier.
Why also look at the 2 °C threshold?
The median 0 °C date is March 24, while the cautious 2 °C date is April 14. The 2 °C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Can parts of Pavia differ from this date?
No. In Pavia, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.