Hoyleton, IL frost dates
How Hoyleton compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Hoyleton falls between March 24 and April 22, a 29-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 14 and November 6.
- The median last frost is 10 days earlier than the Illinois median of Apr 17.
- Its 202-day growing season is longer than 85% of the 1,287 Illinois places with a regular frost season (state median 187 days).
- The last frost is 15 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 94 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Florissant, MO, 96 km away, the last frost here is 5 days later than there and the growing season is 14 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 24 |
| 50% (median) | April 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 14 |
| 50% (median) | October 26 |
| 90% (late) | November 6 |
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 Hoyleton, IL
Hoyleton, IL frost dates — last frost Apr 7, first frost Oct 26, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Hoyleton, IL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | Aug 31 – Sep 28 |
| Kale | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Broccoli | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cabbage | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Okra | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Basil | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 3 – Apr 14 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 12 – Nov 16 |
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 Nashville 1 E, IL weather station, 12 km away (elevation 512 ft (156 m)).
Frost dates near Hoyleton
- Hoffman Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Richview Apr 7 · Oct 26
- Irvington Apr 9 · Oct 24
- Nashville Apr 7 · Oct 26
- Bartelso Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Ashley Apr 7 · Oct 26
- Centralia Apr 9 · Oct 24
- Huey Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Okawville Apr 7 · Oct 26
- Carlyle Apr 6 · Oct 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Hoyleton, IL?
The median last spring frost in Hoyleton, IL is April 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Hoyleton, IL?
The median first fall frost is October 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 14.
How long is the growing season in Hoyleton, IL?
About 202 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Hoyleton, IL?
Hoyleton, IL is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.