Gakona, AK frost dates
Last spring frostJun 7median date
First fall frostAug 21median date
Growing season75 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone2bZone 2b
How Gakona compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Gakona falls between May 24 and July 5, a 42-day window. The first fall frost falls between August 8 and September 3.
- The median last frost is 17 days later than the Alaska median of May 21.
- Its 75-day growing season is among the shortest of the 165 Alaska places with a regular frost season.
- The weather station records an average of 238 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 24 |
| 50% (median) | June 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | July 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | August 8 |
| 50% (median) | August 21 |
| 90% (late) | September 3 |
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 Gakona, AK
Gakona, AK frost dates — last frost Jun 7, first frost Aug 21, zone 2b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: May 10 to May 24
Start indoors: Mar 29 to Apr 12Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Mar 29 to Apr 12Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 17 to May 31Sow outdoors: May 10 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 10 to May 24Sow outdoors: May 10 to May 24
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 17 to May 31
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Apr 26 to May 10Transplant outside: Jun 28 to Jul 12Sow outdoors: Jun 28 to Jul 12
Start indoors: Apr 26 to May 10Transplant outside: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Sow outdoors: May 3 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 31
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jun 28Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 5
Sow outdoors: May 17 to Jun 14
Sow outdoors: May 17 to Jun 14
Sow outdoors: May 17 to Jun 7
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 21
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 14
Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 12
Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Sep 11
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Gakona, AK
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | May 10 – May 24 | — | — |
| Peppers Warning: Your frost-free season is about 75 days, which is tight for peppers (75+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant Warning: Your frost-free season is about 75 days, which is tight for eggplant (75+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 75 days, which is tight for tomatoes (70+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 17 – May 31 | May 10 – Jun 14 | — |
| Kale | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 10 – May 24 | May 10 – May 24 | — |
| Broccoli | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 17 – May 31 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Okra | Apr 26 – May 10 | Jun 28 – Jul 12 | Jun 28 – Jul 12 | — |
| Basil | Apr 26 – May 10 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 3 – Jun 14 | Jul 10 – Jul 31 |
| Cucumbers | May 10 – May 17 | Jun 21 – Jun 28 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 10 – May 17 | — | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 75 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 10 – May 17 | — | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon Warning: Your frost-free season is about 75 days, which is tight for melons & watermelon (85+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 10 – May 17 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 17 – Jun 14 | — |
| Beets | — | — | May 17 – Jun 14 | — |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 17 – Jun 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 24 – Jun 21 | — |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 24 – Jun 14 | — |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 | — |
| Sweet Corn Warning: Your frost-free season is about 75 days, which is tight for sweet corn (80+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | — | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 75 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Aug 7 – Sep 11 |
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 Gulkana Ap, AK weather station, 18 km away (elevation 1,562 ft (476 m)).
Frost dates near Gakona
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- Copper Center frost any month
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- Tanacross frost any month
- Valdez May 14 · Sep 22
- Tok Jun 3 · Aug 27
- Tatitlek May 14 · Sep 22
- Northway May 26 · Sep 1
- Sutton Jun 1 · Sep 6
- Fort Greely May 26 · Sep 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Gakona, AK?
The median last spring frost in Gakona, AK is June 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after July 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Gakona, AK?
The median first fall frost is August 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before August 8.
How long is the growing season in Gakona, AK?
About 75 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Gakona, AK?
Gakona, AK is in USDA hardiness zone 2b.