Greer, AZ frost dates
Last spring frostJun 5median date
First fall frostSep 29median date
Growing season116 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Greer compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Greer falls between May 24 and June 20, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 15 and October 9.
- The median last frost is 50 days later than the Arizona median of Apr 16.
- Its 116-day growing season is longer than 4% of the 193 Arizona places with a regular frost season (state median 197 days).
- The last frost is 37 days later than the zone 6a median of Apr 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 198 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 24 |
| 50% (median) | June 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 20 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 15 |
| 50% (median) | September 29 |
| 90% (late) | October 9 |
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 Greer, AZ
Greer, AZ frost dates — last frost Jun 5, first frost Sep 29, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Sow outdoors: May 8 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22Sow outdoors: May 8 to May 22Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jun 23 to Jul 14
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Plant for fall: Jun 23 to Jul 14
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jun 23 to Jul 14
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 8Transplant outside: Jun 26 to Jul 10Sow outdoors: Jun 26 to Jul 10
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 8Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 15Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: May 1 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jun 26Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26Plant for fall: Jul 14 to Jul 28
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 4
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 21
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 4
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 5
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 4
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jul 3
Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 10
Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Greer, AZ
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 15 – May 29 | May 8 – Jun 12 | Aug 4 – Sep 1 |
| Kale | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 8 – May 22 | May 8 – May 22 | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Broccoli | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | Jun 23 – Jul 14 |
| Cabbage | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 15 – May 29 | — | Jun 23 – Jul 14 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | Jun 23 – Jul 14 |
| Okra | Apr 24 – May 8 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 | — |
| Basil | Apr 24 – May 8 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 1 – Jun 12 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cucumbers | May 8 – May 15 | Jun 19 – Jun 26 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | Jul 14 – Jul 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 8 – May 15 | — | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | Jul 21 – Aug 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | May 8 – May 15 | — | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 8 – May 15 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 15 – Jun 12 | Jul 7 – Jul 21 |
| Beets | — | — | May 15 – Jun 12 | Jul 21 – Aug 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 15 – Jun 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 22 – Jun 19 | Jul 21 – Aug 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 22 – Jun 12 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 12 – Jul 3 | — |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 19 – Jul 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 15 – Oct 20 |
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 Greer, AZ weather station, 2 km away (elevation 8,274 ft (2,522 m)).
Frost dates near Greer
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- Nutrioso Jun 15 · Sep 21
- Vernon May 20 · Oct 11
- Mcnary May 20 · Oct 11
- Alpine Jun 15 · Sep 21
- Pinetop May 22 · Oct 6
- Lakeside May 22 · Oct 6
- Concho May 2 · Oct 14
- Whiteriver May 22 · Oct 6
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Greer, AZ?
The median last spring frost in Greer, AZ is June 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 20, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Greer, AZ?
The median first fall frost is September 29, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 15.
How long is the growing season in Greer, AZ?
About 116 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Greer, AZ?
Greer, AZ is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.