Nicolaus, CA frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 22median date
First fall frostNov 24median date
Growing season275 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9bZone 9b
How Nicolaus compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Nicolaus falls between January 10 and April 1, a 81-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 9 and December 21.
- The median last frost is 37 days earlier than the California median of Mar 31.
- Its 275-day growing season is longer than 75% of the 636 California places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9b, where the median is Feb 20.
- The weather station records an average of 23 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Yuba City, CA, 25 km away, the last frost here is 11 days later than there and the growing season is 17 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 10 |
| 50% (median) | February 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 9 |
| 50% (median) | November 24 |
| 90% (late) | December 21 |
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 Nicolaus, CA
Nicolaus, CA frost dates — last frost Feb 22, first frost Nov 24, zone 9b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
JFMAMJJASOND
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Feb 1 to Feb 15Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 27
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 8Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Feb 1 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 20
Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 3
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 1Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 1Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Feb 22
Sow outdoors: Feb 8 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Feb 8 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 29
Plant for fall: Nov 10 to Dec 15
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Nicolaus, CA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Jan 25 – Mar 1 | Sep 29 – Oct 27 |
| Kale | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Broccoli | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cabbage | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Okra | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — |
| Basil | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 18 – Mar 1 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | — | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | — | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 1 – Mar 1 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 1 – Mar 1 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 8 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 8 – Mar 29 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 10 – Dec 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 Sacramento Metro Ap, CA weather station, 19 km away (elevation 23 ft (7 m)).
Frost dates near Nicolaus
- Pleasant Grove Feb 22 · Nov 24
- Robbins Feb 22 · Nov 24
- Rio Oso Feb 11 · Nov 30
- Knights Landing Feb 7 · Dec 5
- Elverta Feb 22 · Nov 24
- Rio Linda Feb 22 · Nov 24
- Sheridan Feb 11 · Nov 30
- Wheatland Feb 11 · Nov 30
- Lincoln Feb 25 · Dec 5
- Antelope Jan 12 · Dec 16
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Nicolaus, CA?
The median last spring frost in Nicolaus, CA is February 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Nicolaus, CA?
The median first fall frost is November 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 9.
How long is the growing season in Nicolaus, CA?
About 275 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Nicolaus, CA?
Nicolaus, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.