Frost-free season
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005840
The period of time between the last killing frost in spring and the first killing frost in autumn. This duration is a key climatic indicator for agriculture, determining which crops can be successfully grown in a particular region. Its length varies significantly with latitude, elevation, and proximity to large bodies of water.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005840 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "The period of time between the last killing frost in spring and the first killing frost in autumn. This duration is a key climatic indicator for agriculture, determining which crops can be successfully grown in a particular region. Its length varies significantly with latitude, elevation, and proximity to large bodies of water.",
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