Frost risk
Last frost in Terracina
Median last frost, cautious frost date, and guidance on sowing before or after cold risk in Terracina.
Median 0 °C
February 24springCautious 2 °C
April 1springAutumn 2 °C
November 21first frostWhat 0 °C and 2 °C mean
Reference dates
When spring frosts usually fall
- February 240C median
- March 230C cautious
- March 162C median
- April 12C cautious
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0 °C | February 24 |
| Cautious last frost 0 °C | March 23 |
| Median last frost 2 °C | March 16 |
| Cautious last frost 2 °C | April 1 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0 °C | December 7 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2 °C | November 21 |
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 | March 25 | -0.33 °C |
| 2019 | February 24 | -0.59 °C |
| 2018 | March 23 | -0.38 °C |
| 2017 | January 14 | -1.88 °C |
| 2016 | January 20 | -0.48 °C |
| 2015 | February 10 | -0.21 °C |
| 2014 | none | not available |
| 2013 | February 10 | -0.67 °C |
| 2012 | February 17 | -0.54 °C |
| 2011 | March 9 | -0.5 °C |
Frequently asked questions
When does the main frost risk end in Terracina?
The most cautious date on this page is April 1 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 February 24, while the cautious 2 °C date is April 1. The 2 °C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
Can parts of Terracina differ from this date?
No. In Terracina, exposure, elevation, wind, and soil can move real risk earlier or later than the representative municipality point.