Midpines, CA frost dates
Last spring frostMay 12median date
First fall frostNov 1median date
Growing season173 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Midpines compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Midpines falls between April 18 and June 4, a 47-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 5 and November 23.
- The median last frost is 42 days later than the California median of Mar 31.
- Its 173-day growing season is longer than 21% of the 636 California places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 70 days later than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 88 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Merced, CA, 56 km away, the last frost here is 75 days later than there and the growing season is 99 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 18 |
| 50% (median) | May 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 5 |
| 50% (median) | November 1 |
| 90% (late) | November 23 |
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 Midpines, CA
Midpines, CA frost dates — last frost May 12, first frost Nov 1, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 19Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Oct 4
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 14Transplant outside: Jun 2 to Jun 16Sow outdoors: Jun 2 to Jun 16
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 14Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 19Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 2Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 2Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 2Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 26Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 19Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 2
Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 16
Plant for fall: Oct 18 to Nov 22
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Midpines, CA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Apr 21 – May 5 | Apr 14 – May 19 | Sep 6 – Oct 4 |
| Kale | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Broccoli | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cabbage | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Okra | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 | — |
| Basil | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 7 – May 19 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 14 – Apr 21 | May 26 – Jun 2 | May 19 – Jun 2 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 14 – Apr 21 | — | May 19 – Jun 2 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 14 – Apr 21 | — | May 19 – Jun 2 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 14 – Apr 21 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 21 – May 19 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 21 – May 19 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 28 – May 26 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 19 – Jun 9 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 19 – Jun 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 26 – Jun 16 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 18 – Nov 22 |
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 Yosemite Village 12 W, CA weather station, 24 km away (elevation 6,621 ft (2,018 m)).
Frost dates near Midpines
- Mariposa May 24 · Oct 10
- El Portal May 12 · Nov 1
- Coulterville Apr 22 · Nov 2
- Catheys Valley Feb 26 · Nov 25
- Ahwahnee May 24 · Oct 10
- Fish Camp May 24 · Oct 10
- Hornitos Mar 3 · Nov 24
- Groveland Apr 22 · Nov 2
- Yosemite National Park Apr 21 · Oct 27
- Raymond Apr 24 · Nov 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Midpines, CA?
The median last spring frost in Midpines, CA is May 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Midpines, CA?
The median first fall frost is November 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 5.
How long is the growing season in Midpines, CA?
About 173 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Midpines, CA?
Midpines, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.