Cawood, KY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 15median date
First fall frostOct 30median date
Growing season198 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Cawood compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cawood falls between March 31 and May 1, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 17 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the Kentucky median of Apr 16.
- Its 198-day growing season is longer than 63% 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 101 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Kingsport, TN, 72 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there and the growing season is 5 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 31 |
| 50% (median) | April 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 17 |
| 50% (median) | October 30 |
| 90% (late) | November 10 |
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 Cawood, KY
Cawood, KY frost dates — last frost Apr 15, first frost Oct 30, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 6Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 20
Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Cawood, KY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | Sep 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Okra | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 6 – May 20 | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Basil | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 22 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 22 – May 13 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 16 – Nov 20 |
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 Baxter, KY weather station, 9 km away (elevation 1,165 ft (355 m)).
Frost dates near Cawood
- Grays Knob Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Mary Alice Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Gulston Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Harlan Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Coalgood Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Evarts Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Loyall Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Ages Brookside Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Dayhoit Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Cranks Apr 22 · Oct 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cawood, KY?
The median last spring frost in Cawood, KY is April 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cawood, KY?
The median first fall frost is October 30, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 17.
How long is the growing season in Cawood, KY?
About 198 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cawood, KY?
Cawood, KY is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.