Last frost in Taranto: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Taranto.
Last frost in Taranto
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Taranto.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | February 11 |
| Cautious last frost 0C | February 27 |
| Median last frost 2C | February 23 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | March 12 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | December 8 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | December 9 |
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 | January 8 | -0.43 C |
| 2018 | February 28 | -2.55 C |
| 2017 | January 12 | -2.58 C |
| 2016 | none | not available |
| 2015 | none | not available |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | February 11 | -1.43 C |
| 2012 | January 17 | -0.13 C |
| 2011 | none | not available |
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
- 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 Taranto?
The most cautious date on this page is March 12 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 February 11, while the cautious 2C date is March 12. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
How should I adapt the frost date inside Taranto?
No. In Taranto, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.
Which crops should be protected before the cautious date in Taranto?
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.