Austin, KY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 12median date
First fall frostOct 29median date
Growing season200 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Austin compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Austin falls between March 27 and April 30, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 16 and November 11.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Kentucky median of Apr 16.
- Its 200-day growing season is longer than 69% of the 785 Kentucky places with a regular frost season (state median 192 days).
- The last frost is 4 days earlier than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 88 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Bowling Green, KY, 42 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there and the growing season is 9 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 27 |
| 50% (median) | April 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 30 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 16 |
| 50% (median) | October 29 |
| 90% (late) | November 11 |
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 Austin, KY
Austin, KY frost dates — last frost Apr 12, first frost Oct 29, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 17
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 10Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 17
Plant for fall: Oct 15 to Nov 19
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Austin, KY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | Sep 3 – Oct 1 |
| Kale | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Broccoli | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cabbage | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Okra | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 3 – May 17 | May 3 – May 17 | — |
| Basil | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 19 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 15 – Nov 19 |
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 Barren Rvr Lake, KY weather station, 16 km away (elevation 617 ft (188 m)).
Frost dates near Austin
- Etoile Apr 26 · Oct 18
- Lucas Apr 12 · Oct 29
- Fountain Run Apr 3 · Nov 1
- Mount Hermon Apr 26 · Oct 18
- Holland Apr 3 · Nov 1
- Scottsville Apr 15 · Oct 25
- Glasgow Apr 9 · Oct 27
- Eighty Eight Apr 26 · Oct 18
- Gamaliel Apr 3 · Nov 1
- Summer Shade Apr 26 · Oct 18
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Austin, KY?
The median last spring frost in Austin, KY is April 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 30, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Austin, KY?
The median first fall frost is October 29, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 16.
How long is the growing season in Austin, KY?
About 200 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Austin, KY?
Austin, KY is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.