Kake, AK frost dates
Last spring frostApr 29median date
First fall frostOct 25median date
Growing season179 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Kake compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Kake falls between April 15 and May 15, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 7 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 22 days earlier than the Alaska median of May 21.
- Its 179-day growing season is longer than 92% of the 165 Alaska places with a regular frost season (state median 124 days).
- The last frost is 24 days later than the zone 7b median of Apr 5. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 120 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 15 |
| 50% (median) | April 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 7 |
| 50% (median) | October 25 |
| 90% (late) | November 10 |
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 Kake, AK
Kake, AK frost dates — last frost Apr 29, first frost Oct 25, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 27
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 20 to Jun 3Sow outdoors: May 20 to Jun 3
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to May 6Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 4
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Transplant outside: May 13 to May 20Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 27Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Transplant outside: May 13 to Jun 3
Plant for fall: Oct 11 to Nov 15
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Kake, AK
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Apr 1 – May 6 | Aug 30 – Sep 27 |
| Kale | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Broccoli | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Cabbage | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Okra | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | May 20 – Jun 3 | May 20 – Jun 3 | — |
| Basil | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 25 – May 6 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 | May 6 – May 20 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | — | May 6 – May 20 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | — | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 15 – May 13 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 6 – May 27 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 13 – Jun 3 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 11 – Nov 15 |
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 Hidden Falls Hatchery, AK weather station, 63 km away (elevation 23 ft (7 m)). That is far enough away that your dates may differ, especially if your elevation is different.
Frost dates near Kake
- Petersburg Apr 29 · Oct 17
- Angoon Apr 29 · Oct 25
- Point Baker Apr 19 · Oct 25
- Sitka May 3 · Oct 18
- Port Alexander Apr 18 · Nov 5
- Wrangell Apr 11 · Nov 1
- Tenakee Springs May 9 · Oct 4
- Coffman Cove May 1 · Oct 13
- Douglas Apr 20 · Oct 22
- Juneau Apr 20 · Oct 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Kake, AK?
The median last spring frost in Kake, AK is April 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Kake, AK?
The median first fall frost is October 25, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 7.
How long is the growing season in Kake, AK?
About 179 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Kake, AK?
Kake, AK is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.