Beaver, AK frost dates
Last spring frostMay 28median date
First fall frostAug 26median date
Growing season90 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone1aZone 1a
How Beaver compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Beaver falls between May 15 and June 19, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between August 9 and September 8.
- The median last frost is 7 days later than the Alaska median of May 21.
- Its 90-day growing season is longer than 4% of the 165 Alaska places with a regular frost season (state median 124 days).
- The weather station records an average of 247 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 15 |
| 50% (median) | May 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | August 9 |
| 50% (median) | August 26 |
| 90% (late) | September 8 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Beaver, AK
Beaver, AK frost dates — last frost May 28, first frost Aug 26, zone 1a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: Jun 11 to Jun 25
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: Jun 11 to Jun 25
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: Jun 4 to Jun 18
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to Jun 4Plant for fall: Jul 1 to Jul 29
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Jun 17 to Jul 8
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30Transplant outside: Jun 18 to Jul 2Sow outdoors: Jun 18 to Jul 2
Start indoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30Transplant outside: Jun 4 to Jun 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 7Plant for fall: Jul 1 to Jul 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to Jun 4Plant for fall: Jul 15 to Aug 5
Start indoors: Apr 30 to May 7Transplant outside: Jun 11 to Jun 18Sow outdoors: Jun 4 to Jun 18
Start indoors: Apr 30 to May 7Sow outdoors: Jun 4 to Jun 18
Start indoors: Apr 30 to May 7Sow outdoors: Jun 4 to Jun 18
Start indoors: Apr 30 to May 7Transplant outside: Jun 11 to Jun 25
Sow outdoors: May 7 to Jun 4
Sow outdoors: May 7 to Jun 4
Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 28
Sow outdoors: May 14 to Jun 11
Sow outdoors: May 14 to Jun 4Plant for fall: Jul 1 to Jul 22
Sow outdoors: Jun 4 to Jun 25
Sow outdoors: Jun 4 to Jun 18
Transplant outside: Jun 11 to Jul 2
Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 16
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Beaver, AK
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Jun 11 – Jun 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Jun 11 – Jun 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 7 – May 21 | Apr 30 – Jun 4 | Jul 1 – Jul 29 |
| Kale | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Jun 17 – Jul 8 |
| Broccoli | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Okra | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jun 18 – Jul 2 | Jun 18 – Jul 2 | — |
| Basil | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | — |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 23 – Jun 4 | Jul 15 – Aug 5 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 30 – May 7 | Jun 11 – Jun 18 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 30 – May 7 | — | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 90 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | Apr 30 – May 7 | — | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon Warning: Your frost-free season is about 90 days, which is tight for melons & watermelon (85+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | Apr 30 – May 7 | Jun 11 – Jun 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 7 – Jun 4 | — |
| Beets | — | — | May 7 – Jun 4 | — |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 7 – May 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 14 – Jun 11 | — |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 14 – Jun 4 | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 4 – Jun 25 | — |
| Sweet Corn Warning: Your frost-free season is about 90 days, which is tight for sweet corn (80+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | — | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 90 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 11 – Jul 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Aug 12 – Sep 16 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Mile 42 Steese, AK weather station, 127 km away (elevation 961 ft (293 m)). That is far enough away that your dates may differ, especially if your elevation is different.
Frost dates near Beaver
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- Central frost any month
- Rampart frost any month
- Circle May 25 · Aug 26
- Chalkyitsik May 25 · Aug 26
- Two Rivers May 30 · Sep 2
- Fairbanks May 16 · Sep 6
- Ester May 24 · Sep 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Beaver, AK?
The median last spring frost in Beaver, AK is May 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Beaver, AK?
The median first fall frost is August 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before August 9.
How long is the growing season in Beaver, AK?
About 90 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Beaver, AK?
Beaver, AK is in USDA hardiness zone 1a.