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Tricase
Tricase, Italy
Tricase gives daily life two different backdrops.
Overview
The complete picture of Tricase
Tricase gives daily life two different backdrops. Around Piazza Pisanelli, the palace and churches frame an inland town where a library visit, food shopping and a drink can belong to the same afternoon. Down at Tricase Porto, the harbor changes the mood completely. The two are close enough to combine in a stay, but choosing where to live means deciding which routine you want outside your door. The urban center is the more practical starting point for errands. Central residential streets around Sant’Angelo offer a housing search beyond the prettiest piazza façades, and the Cardinale Giovanni Panico hospital is an important local presence. Farmacia Balboa is a bar, despite its name, while the municipal library offers another way into the town’s cultural life. In Lucugnano, a separate frazione, Palazzo Comi brings literature and a house-museum setting into the picture. The coast is rocky and varied. Marina Serra is a place for studying the water and finding an appropriate way down, rather than assuming an easy sandy-beach entrance. The great Vallonea oak makes an inland stop on a coastal outing. At Tricase Porto, Taverna del Porto provides a seafood-dining option whose operator advertises year-round service; it still pays to reserve and check the day you intend to go. The practical compromises are familiar but consequential: hills between town and sea, summer heat, homes with uneven insulation, and rental advertisements that do not always establish a full-year contract. Test the actual bus timetable before planning a car-free stay. Hospital access also depends on the service, appointments and your healthcare arrangements, not simply the building’s proximity. Tricase may appeal to couples and independent long-stay visitors who want a working inland base with the sea woven into their week. It is a more demanding choice for anyone who needs every coastal outing to be level, spontaneous and reachable on foot.
Cost of living snapshot
A practical executive summary for residents and relocators
2 budget bands
Executive summary
Estimated one-adult monthly cost of living: $1,300–$2,100 per month (USD).
USDmedium confidence
One adult
$1,300–$2,100 per month (USD)
Couple — two adults sharing housing
$1,800–$2,800 per month (USD)
Estimated for two adults sharing one home. Actual costs vary by housing, lifestyle and healthcare needs.
Monthly cost breakdown
The detailed budget categories that shape the monthly picture
16 live categories
Housing
€450–€650 per month (EUR)
Utilities
€120–€200 per month (EUR)
Groceries
€250–€350 per month (EUR)
Dining Out
€120–€220 per month (EUR)
Transport
€100–€200 per month (EUR)
Internet Mobile
€35–€55 per month (EUR)
Personal Household
€60–€100 per month (EUR)
Entertainment Fitness
€40–€80 per month (EUR)
Housing
€550–€750 per month (EUR)
Utilities
€150–€240 per month (EUR)
Groceries
€400–€550 per month (EUR)
Dining Out
€200–€350 per month (EUR)
Transport
€140–€250 per month (EUR)
Internet Mobile
€45–€70 per month (EUR)
Personal Household
€90–€150 per month (EUR)
Entertainment Fitness
€70–€130 per month (EUR)
How the estimate is framed
Based on the destination's reported monthly cost-of-living range.
Media and atmosphere
Photos, streets, and daily life
3 curated assets
Destination Guide
Destination guide
A magazine-style introduction to Tricase
What you'll learn
- • Whether the destination deserves serious consideration
- • Which facts matter most before you dig deeper
- • The lifestyle qualities that make the place feel distinct
What to know first
Population17,076
Average temperaturesMonthly averages range from 49.3°F to 86°F across the year
WalkabilityPalazzo Gallone and the central churches anchor short town-center walks.
TransitLiving in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
HealthcareTricase has the Cardinale Giovanni Panico hospital, with services documented by the provider. Confirm referral, appointment, emergency and payment arrangements for the actual service. Residence, insurance and SSN enrollment determine access; specialist availability is not a blanket guarantee of English-speaking care.
Personal safetyPERSONAL SAFETY NOT YET DOCUMENTED for this destination - treat as unknown, not as safe or unsafe.
Airport accessEveryday journeys
CurrencyEUR
LanguageItalian
Time zoneEurope/Rome
Visa friendlyLong stays require a nationality-appropriate lawful route. Elective residence is subject to consular financial, housing and insurance requirements and is not employment authorization. Do not assume remote work is permitted under this route. EU and non-EU cases differ; confirm the current consular and residence-registration procedure before signing a lease.
What makes it distinctive
The qualities that shape daily life
Practical Details
Premium intelligence
Scores and fit
Cost of living
Tricase gives daily life two different backdrops.
One adult: $1,300–$2,100 per month (USD)Couple — two adults sharing housing: $1,800–$2,800 per month (USD)
Neighborhood summary
How the city is experienced block by block
5 districts
Flagship neighborhood 1
Piazza Pisanelli / historic core
Palazzo Gallone and the central churches anchor short town-center walks.
Best for
A social routine centered on the piazza.
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
Explore this neighborhood
Best For
A social routine centered on the piazza.
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
Older homes may have stairs, limited parking and variable insulation.
Pros
A social routine centered on the piazza.
Cons
Test deliveries and nighttime sound at the exact home.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
Palazzo Gallone and the central churches anchor short town-center walks.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Summer heat and exposed walking routes require shade, water and a cooler part of the day. Heavy rain can flood low points; check the actual property and municipal civil-protection advice. Coastal rocks, slippery steps, wind and waves require local judgment; a scenic waterfront is not a guarantee of safe bathing. No neighborhood crime ranking has been established. Use normal precautions with belongings and late journeys.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Flagship neighborhood 2
Largo Sant’Angelo / central residential streets
Residential streets close to the central square offer a different housing search from the seaside.
Best for
Households balancing town errands and larger apartments.
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
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Best For
Households balancing town errands and larger apartments.
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
A documented apartment has a lift, but that does not establish accessibility across the area.
Pros
Households balancing town errands and larger apartments.
Cons
Inspect energy performance and the entrance rather than generalizing from one listing.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
Palazzo Gallone and the central churches anchor short town-center walks.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Summer heat and exposed walking routes require shade, water and a cooler part of the day. Heavy rain can flood low points; check the actual property and municipal civil-protection advice. Coastal rocks, slippery steps, wind and waves require local judgment; a scenic waterfront is not a guarantee of safe bathing. No neighborhood crime ranking has been established. Use normal precautions with belongings and late journeys.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Flagship neighborhood 3
Tricase Porto
A harbor locality within the municipality, separate from the inland service center.
Best for
Harbor atmosphere and seafood outings.
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
Explore this neighborhood
Best For
Harbor atmosphere and seafood outings.
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
Coastal accommodation needs a clear annual lease.
Pros
Harbor atmosphere and seafood outings.
Cons
Coastal transfers, gradients and seasonal activity matter.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
Palazzo Gallone and the central churches anchor short town-center walks.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Summer heat and exposed walking routes require shade, water and a cooler part of the day. Heavy rain can flood low points; check the actual property and municipal civil-protection advice. Coastal rocks, slippery steps, wind and waves require local judgment; a scenic waterfront is not a guarantee of safe bathing. No neighborhood crime ranking has been established. Use normal precautions with belongings and late journeys.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Flagship neighborhood 4
Marina Serra
Rocky shoreline and coastal scenery rather than a broad sandy urban beach.
Best for
Independent travelers who prioritize sea landscapes.
Overall vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Neighborhood resources
Explore this neighborhood
Best For
Independent travelers who prioritize sea landscapes.
Overall Vibe
It offers a clear local rhythm and strong daily-life texture.
Housing
Check coastal exposure, access steps and winter services.
Pros
Independent travelers who prioritize sea landscapes.
Cons
Not a substitute for a central service-town base.
Neighborhood intelligence
A curatorial guide to the places that make the neighborhood feel real
Family friendly
Family-friendly places
Remote work
Remote-work-friendly spots
Walkability
Palazzo Gallone and the central churches anchor short town-center walks.
How easily daily errands and neighborhood life can be handled on foot.
Transit
Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
How well the area supports car-light routines and local travel.
Safety
Summer heat and exposed walking routes require shade, water and a cooler part of the day. Heavy rain can flood low points; check the actual property and municipal civil-protection advice. Coastal rocks, slippery steps, wind and waves require local judgment; a scenic waterfront is not a guarantee of safe bathing. No neighborhood crime ranking has been established. Use normal precautions with belongings and late journeys.
How the area is perceived for daily calm and residential comfort.
Live neighborhood resources
Destination highlights
Real recommendations that span all of Tricase
Restaurants across Tricase
Real, verified Tricase places in this category.
Taverna del PortoSeafood restaurant on the Porto waterfront; operator provides year-round booking information.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
LemìTricase seafood restaurant; confirm current address directly because directories disagree.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Parks & recreation across Tricase
Real, verified Tricase places in this category.
Quercia ValloneaRemarkable old oak on the route toward the coast; respect the tree and protected setting.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Healthcare across Tricase
Real, verified Tricase places in this category.
Ospedale Cardinale Giovanni PanicoTricase has the Cardinale Giovanni Panico hospital, with services documented by the provider. Confirm referral, appointment, emergency and payment arrangements for the actual service. Residence, insurance and SSN enrollment determine access; specialist availability is not a blanket guarantee of English-speaking care.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Attractions & things to do across Tricase
Real, verified Tricase places in this category.
Piazza PisanelliCentral meeting square for orienting a town walk.Open
Neighborhood
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Palazzo GalloneMunicipal palace and cultural landmark; check rooms and events open to visitors.Open
Neighborhood
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Chiesa della Natività della Beata Maria VergineHistoric central church; visit around worship.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
San DomenicoChurch and former convent complex in the historic core.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Chiesa di San Michele ArcangeloSant’Angelo church, a distinct stop near central residential streets.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Chiesa Nova / Madonna di CostantinopoliA named heritage church outside the main piazza circuit; arrange access.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Castello di TutinoHistoric castle in Tutino; exterior orientation, no unrestricted interior access promised.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Castello dei WinspeareCastle in Depressa, a separate frazione; check permission before an interior visit.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Palazzo ComiLibrary and house museum in Lucugnano; upper-floor access lacks a lift.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Tricase Porto harborA coastal walk and fishing-harbor setting; separate from inland Tricase.Open
Neighborhood
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Santuario Madonna di FatimaReligious landmark in Caprarica del Capo, distinct from the central piazza.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Outdoor recreation across Tricase
Real, verified Tricase places in this category.
Marina SerraRocky coastal outing; check waves and safe entry locally.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Other useful destination resources across Tricase
Real, verified Tricase places in this category.
Biblioteca Comunale di TricaseVia Micetti library for reading and local cultural activity; registration rules apply.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Farmacia BalboaA bar at Piazza Pisanelli, despite its pharmacy-derived name; not a medical service.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Conad Via Leone XIIIA specific grocery option with food departments for everyday shopping.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Info Point TricaseMunicipal tourism-information lead for access arrangements and local visits.Open
Neighborhood
Tricase
Maps and resources
Discovery links grouped by category
Hotels
Vacation Rentals
Weather
Restaurants
Museums
Nightlife
Consulates
Social Discovery
Deep Dive
Editorial overview
The living rhythms that shape the place
Movement
Getting around
Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
Seasonal living
Climate and recreation
Movement
Transportation
Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
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Airport access: Regional and international access
Wellness
Healthcare
Tricase has the Cardinale Giovanni Panico hospital, with services documented by the provider. Confirm referral, appointment, emergency and payment arrangements for the actual service. Residence, insurance and SSN enrollment determine access; specialist availability is not a blanket guarantee of English-speaking care.
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Insurance and access: Confirm the actual provider and covered services; no international-standard matching qualification inferred.
Retirement
Retirement
Residence rights, insurance and long-term-care access require individual review.
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Who should not: Tricase gives daily life two different backdrops. Around Piazza Pisanelli, the palace and churches frame an inland town where a library visit, food shopping and a drink can belong to the same afternoon. Down at Tricase Porto, the harbor changes the mood completely. The two are close enough to combine in a stay, but choosing where to live means deciding which routine you want outside your door. The urban center is the more practical starting point for errands. Central residential streets around Sant’Angelo offer a housing search beyond the prettiest piazza façades, and the Cardinale Giovanni Panico hospital is an important local presence. Farmacia Balboa is a bar, despite its name, while the municipal library offers another way into the town’s cultural life. In Lucugnano, a separate frazione, Palazzo Comi brings literature and a house-museum setting into the picture. The coast is rocky and varied. Marina Serra is a place for studying the water and finding an appropriate way down, rather than assuming an easy sandy-beach entrance. The great Vallonea oak makes an inland stop on a coastal outing. At Tricase Porto, Taverna del Porto provides a seafood-dining option whose operator advertises year-round service; it still pays to reserve and check the day you intend to go. The practical compromises are familiar but consequential: hills between town and sea, summer heat, homes with uneven insulation, and rental advertisements that do not always establish a full-year contract. Test the actual bus timetable before planning a car-free stay. Hospital access also depends on the service, appointments and your healthcare arrangements, not simply the building’s proximity. Tricase may appeal to couples and independent long-stay visitors who want a working inland base with the sea woven into their week. It is a more demanding choice for anyone who needs every coastal outing to be level, spontaneous and reachable on foot. Best neighborhoods: Piazza Pisanelli / historic core, Largo Sant’Angelo / central residential streets, Tricase Porto, Marina Serra, Lucugnano Taxes: Estimated one-adult monthly cost of living: $1,300–$2,100 per month (USD).
Remote work
Digital nomad
Test home connectivity and backup options before relying on remote work. Immigration and tax permission must be assessed separately.
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Visa: Requirements vary by citizenship Monthly costs: One adult: $1,300–$2,100 per month (USD) • Couple — two adults sharing housing: $1,800–$2,800 per month (USD) Best neighborhoods: Piazza Pisanelli / historic core, Largo Sant’Angelo / central residential streets, Tricase Porto, Marina Serra, Lucugnano
Practical Living Snapshot
Walkability and terrain
- Test the actual route, building entrance, lift and bathroom. Citywide accessibility remains UNKNOWN; heat, hills or rain may change the same journey.
Internet and remote-work reliability
- Test home connectivity and backup options before relying on remote work. Immigration and tax permission must be assessed separately.
Language ease
- Italian is relevant to daily administration. Arrange language support for contracts and medical discussions where needed; visitor-service language does not prove universal access.
Reality and Environment
Environmental and natural-hazard risks
- UNKNOWN: no verified address-level air-quality assessment.
- UNKNOWN: building-level quality and reliability not established.
- Summer heat and exposed walking routes require shade, water and a cooler part of the day. Heavy rain can flood low points; check the actual property and municipal civil-protection advice. Coastal rocks, slippery steps, wind and waves require local judgment; a scenic waterfront is not a guarantee of safe bathing. No neighborhood crime ranking has been established. Use normal precautions with belongings and late journeys.
Who tends to love or struggle with this destination
- Observed 25 October 2026: Largo Sant’Angelo central 160 m² partially furnished three-bedroom apartment EUR550/month, deposit EUR1,100, lift, energy class G. The residential advertisement does not establish the exact lease duration or present availability. Other central asking rents include EUR500 Via San Demetrio and EUR800 Via Giovanni XXIII; these are observations, not executed leases. Planning EUR450–650 single / EUR550–750 couple assumes an ordinary town apartment and a negotiated full-year agreement; lease availability remains unverified. Coastal houses and holiday lets are excluded.
- Tricase has the Cardinale Giovanni Panico hospital, with services documented by the provider. Confirm referral, appointment, emergency and payment arrangements for the actual service. Residence, insurance and SSN enrollment determine access; specialist availability is not a blanket guarantee of English-speaking care.
- Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
- Summer heat and exposed walking routes require shade, water and a cooler part of the day. Heavy rain can flood low points; check the actual property and municipal civil-protection advice. Coastal rocks, slippery steps, wind and waves require local judgment; a scenic waterfront is not a guarantee of safe bathing. No neighborhood crime ranking has been established. Use normal precautions with belongings and late journeys.
Real destination-level research
Lifestyle & Recreation
What day-to-day life, the surrounding landscape, and recreation genuinely look like here - based on verified research, never a generic checklist.
Culture Museums
Cultural outings include Piazza Pisanelli, Palazzo Gallone, Chiesa della Natività della Beata Maria Vergine, San Domenico, Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo, Chiesa Nova / Madonna di Costantinopoli, Castello di Tutino, Castello dei Winspeare, Palazzo Comi, Tricase Porto harbor, Santuario Madonna di Fatima. Choose current events and access arrangements that suit the household.
Settlement Type
Tricase gives daily life two different backdrops. Around Piazza Pisanelli, the palace and churches frame an inland town where a library visit, food shopping and a drink can belong to the same afternoon. Down at Tricase Porto, the harbor changes the mood completely. The two are close enough to combine in a stay, but choosing where to live means deciding which routine you want outside your door.
Urban Scale
17076; Entire municipality; estimated resident population at 1 January 2023 (e), Regione Puglia Determination 541 of 22 December 2023, Allegato 4, PDF pages 27–28. Not the population of the historic center or a 2021 census count.
Healthcare
Tricase has the Cardinale Giovanni Panico hospital, with services documented by the provider. Confirm referral, appointment, emergency and payment arrangements for the actual service. Residence, insurance and SSN enrollment determine access; specialist availability is not a blanket guarantee of English-speaking care.
Named places
Natural Setting
Tricase combines an inland service town with rocky coastal localities. Hot summer walking and exposed coastal routes need planning; winter housing should be inspected for heating and damp.
Named places
Dining
Food stops to explore include Taverna del Porto, Lemì. These are named leads, not a price or quality ranking.
Coffee
Coffee stops: UNKNOWN. Check hours and seating before making it a regular stop.
Shopping Markets
Shopping leads include Conad Via Leone XIII. Test the trip from the chosen home and check the current operating calendar.
Parks Gardens
Outdoor leads include Quercia Vallonea. Access and weather affect the day; choose a practical return route.
Transit
Living in the urban center separates daily errands from coastal trips. Tricase Porto and Marina Serra require their own journey; steep approaches can make casual cycling demanding. Check FSE services for the exact travel day and do not use summer tourist buses as evidence of winter frequency. Brindisi airport access generally needs a road transfer or a connection through Lecce; check the dated airport and local timetables together. No direct airport bus or journey duration is promised.
Water Recreation
UNKNOWN: no complete strict ocean/sea-beach qualification established. Waterfront, lake and river access are not interchangeable with a verified marine beach.
Walkability
Palazzo Gallone and the central churches anchor short town-center walks.
Internet
UNKNOWN: broadband reliability and backup options must be checked at the actual dwelling; a citywide reputation is insufficient.
Language
Italian shapes daily administration. Confirm communication arrangements for leases and healthcare before relying on a visitor-oriented service.
Climate (monthly)
- Jan: 49.6–55.0°F
- Feb: 49.3–55.2°F
- Mar: 51.6–58.3°F
- Apr: 55.2–62.8°F
- May: 61.9–70.5°F
- Jun: 69.6–79.2°F
- Jul: 75.0–84.9°F
- Aug: 76.5–86°F
- Sep: 71.4–78.6°F
- Oct: 64.9–71.2°F
- Nov: 58.5–64.0°F
- Dec: 52.3–57.6°F