What temperature can worms survive?

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Created: 2022-06-03 11:33:10

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For optimal performance, the worms and the whole composter ecosystem need a temperature between 15° and 25°C / 59°F and 77°F. Below those temperatures, the ecosystem works at reduced level. Above, it does not work properly and it can even be lethal for the worms above 35°C / 95°F. 11 мая 2020 г.

How cold is to cold for worms?

But your worms will start to die off if temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. They do best when the air temperature is above 57 degrees Fahrenheit. If you are unsure what temperatures your worms are experiencing, you can use a compost thermometer.

What temp kills earthworms?

Which Temperatures are Dangerously Hot? Temperatures above 80° Fahrenheit (27° Celsius) will slow down worm activity. Temperatures above 95° Fahrenheit (35° Celsius) will kill your worms quickly.

What temperature is too hot for worms?

Most composting worms are best kept in the 72°-80°F range. And the accepted conventional wisdom is that worms will be fine between 55°F and 90°F. You may envision a bell curve where the peak performance of the worms is at 72°F.

What temperature do worms?

Worms are happiest when the temperature is between about 55 and 80 degrees F. (12-26 C.). Colder weather can kill worms off by freezing, but they are in just as much danger if unwatched in hotter weather.

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