Bear Branch, KY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 16median date
First fall frostOct 26median date
Growing season193 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Bear Branch compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Bear Branch falls between April 3 and May 3, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 14 and November 6.
- The median last frost is the same as the Kentucky median of Apr 16.
- Its 193-day growing season is longer than 51% of the 785 Kentucky places with a regular frost season (state median 192 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 103 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Kingsport, TN, 113 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there and the growing season is 10 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 3 |
| 50% (median) | April 16 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 3 |
| 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 Bear Branch, KY
Bear Branch, KY frost dates — last frost Apr 16, first frost Oct 26, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 28
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Sep 7
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 10
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 10
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 10
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 3 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Sep 14 to Oct 5
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Mar 26Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 7Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Mar 26Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 3 to Aug 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7
Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 21
Plant for fall: Oct 12 to Nov 16
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Bear Branch, KY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 19 – Apr 23 | Aug 31 – Sep 28 |
| Kale | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Broccoli | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cabbage | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Okra | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | May 7 – May 21 | May 7 – May 21 | — |
| Basil | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 23 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 7 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 23 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 23 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 23 – May 14 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 30 – May 21 | — | — |
| 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 Oneida, KY weather station, 15 km away (elevation 761 ft (232 m)).
Frost dates near Bear Branch
- Sizerock Apr 19 · Oct 25
- Thousandsticks Apr 19 · Oct 25
- Big Creek Apr 16 · Oct 26
- Hyden Apr 19 · Oct 25
- Buckhorn Apr 19 · Oct 25
- Mistletoe Apr 16 · Oct 26
- Oneida Apr 16 · Oct 26
- Stinnett Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Essie Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Wendover Apr 15 · Oct 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Bear Branch, KY?
The median last spring frost in Bear Branch, KY is April 16. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 3, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Bear Branch, KY?
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 Bear Branch, KY?
About 193 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Bear Branch, KY?
Bear Branch, KY is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.