Probably.
I overwintered a four framed nuc last winter here in the UK but we
had a mild winter and we are in the south of the country about 51degrees N
if my map reading is right!
The nuc was healthy in the autumn and came out of the winter great but
has been troubled with Verroa mites since.
Keith
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