Killing freeze

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-006775",
  "term": "Killing freeze",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A meteorological event where temperatures drop sufficiently low and for a long enough duration to kill most annual plants and tender vegetation. This typically occurs when temperatures fall to 28°F (-2°C) or lower for several hours. It marks the end of the growing season in many temperate regions.",
  "see_also": [
    "freeze",
    "dry freeze",
    "hard freeze",
    "light freeze"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/killing-freeze/"
}