Last frost in San Benedetto del Tronto: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in San Benedetto del Tronto.
Last frost in San Benedetto del Tronto
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in San Benedetto del Tronto.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | February 16 |
| Cautious last frost 0C | February 24 |
| Median last frost 2C | February 24 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | March 9 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | December 9 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | December 9 |
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 San Benedetto del Tronto?
The most cautious date on this page is March 9 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 San Benedetto del Tronto?
The median 0C date is February 16, while the cautious 2C date is March 9. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Can parts of San Benedetto del Tronto differ from this date?
No. In San Benedetto del Tronto, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.
Which crops need extra care in San Benedetto del Tronto?
In the local rules, the more sensitive crops include: Basil, Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Cucumber. For these crops, the cautious date and night protection matter more.