Albion, IL frost dates
Last spring frostApr 4median date
First fall frostOct 28median date
Growing season207 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Albion compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Albion falls between March 20 and April 20, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 15 and November 9.
- The median last frost is 13 days earlier than the Illinois median of Apr 17.
- Its 207-day growing season is longer than 95% of the 1,287 Illinois places with a regular frost season (state median 187 days).
- The last frost is 18 days earlier than the zone 6b median of Apr 22. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 91 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Evansville, IN, 60 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there and the growing season is 19 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 20 |
| 50% (median) | April 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 20 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 15 |
| 50% (median) | October 28 |
| 90% (late) | November 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 Albion, IL
Albion, IL frost dates — last frost Apr 4, first frost Oct 28, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 18 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 9
Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Albion, IL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Mar 7 – Apr 11 | Sep 2 – Sep 30 |
| Kale | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Broccoli | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cabbage | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Okra | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Basil | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 11 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 11 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 14 – Nov 18 |
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 Albion, IL weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 531 ft (162 m)).
Frost dates near Albion
- Ellery Apr 4 · Oct 28
- Browns Apr 4 · Oct 28
- Bone Gap Apr 4 · Oct 28
- Golden Gate Apr 7 · Oct 26
- Grayville Apr 7 · Oct 25
- Bellmont Apr 4 · Oct 28
- West Salem Apr 4 · Oct 28
- Keensburg Apr 2 · Oct 31
- Mount Erie Apr 7 · Oct 26
- Lancaster Apr 2 · Oct 31
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Albion, IL?
The median last spring frost in Albion, IL is April 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 20, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Albion, IL?
The median first fall frost is October 28, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 15.
How long is the growing season in Albion, IL?
About 207 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Albion, IL?
Albion, IL is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.