Moorefield, KY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 12median date
First fall frostOct 30median date
Growing season201 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Moorefield compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Moorefield falls between March 27 and May 2, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 17 and November 11.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Kentucky median of Apr 16.
- Its 201-day growing season is longer than 70% of the 785 Kentucky places with a regular frost season (state median 192 days).
- The last frost is 10 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 100 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Lexington, KY, 60 km away, the last frost here is 1 day earlier than there and the growing season is 3 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 27 |
| 50% (median) | April 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 2 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 17 |
| 50% (median) | October 30 |
| 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 Moorefield, KY
Moorefield, KY frost dates — last frost Apr 12, first frost Oct 30, zone 6b. 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 4 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
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 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
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 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 10Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 17
Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Moorefield, 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 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| 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 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 19 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| 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 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — | — |
| 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 Flemingsburg 2 N, KY weather station, 22 km away (elevation 942 ft (287 m)).
Frost dates near Moorefield
- Sharpsburg Apr 24 · Oct 18
- Carlisle Apr 18 · Oct 23
- Ewing Apr 12 · Oct 30
- Elizaville Apr 12 · Oct 30
- Plummers Landing Apr 12 · Oct 30
- Hillsboro Apr 12 · Oct 30
- Owingsville Apr 24 · Oct 18
- Flemingsburg Apr 12 · Oct 30
- Millersburg Apr 18 · Oct 23
- North Middletown Apr 24 · Oct 18
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Moorefield, KY?
The median last spring frost in Moorefield, KY is April 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 2, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Moorefield, 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 Moorefield, KY?
About 201 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Moorefield, KY?
Moorefield, KY is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.