Last frost in Verona: likely and cautious dates
Reference dates for frost risk in Verona.
Last frost in Verona
This page summarizes the historical frost dates that are most useful for deciding when to sow and transplant in Verona.
Reference dates
| indicator | date |
|---|---|
| Median last frost 0C | March 13 |
| Cautious last frost 0C | March 25 |
| Median last frost 2C | March 29 |
| Cautious last frost 2C | April 11 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 0C | November 16 |
| Cautious first autumn frost 2C | October 28 |
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 | April 1 | -0.63 C |
| 2019 | February 24 | -2.16 C |
| 2018 | March 22 | -3.04 C |
| 2017 | February 14 | -0.08 C |
| 2016 | February 18 | -0.24 C |
| 2015 | March 6 | -0.01 C |
| 2014 | February 23 | -0.41 C |
| 2013 | March 28 | -0.62 C |
| 2012 | February 28 | -0.06 C |
| 2011 | March 9 | -0.83 C |
Difference between 0C and 2C
What to sow before the cautious date
- Swiss chard
- Carrot
- Tuscan kale
- Onion
- Pea
- Radish
- Arugula
- Spinach
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
Which date should I use for sensitive transplants in Verona?
The most cautious date on this page is April 11 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 March 13, while the cautious 2C date is April 11. The 2C threshold is more cautious for cold nights, inversions, and exposed spots.
How should I adapt the frost date inside Verona?
No. In Verona, 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, Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Cucumber. For these crops, the cautious date and night protection matter more.