Tateville, KY frost dates
How Tateville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Tateville falls between March 21 and April 25, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 17 and November 13.
- The median last frost is 11 days earlier than the Kentucky median of Apr 16.
- Its 208-day growing season is longer than 81% of the 785 Kentucky places with a regular frost season (state median 192 days).
- The last frost is 11 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 94 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 21 |
| 50% (median) | April 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 17 |
| 50% (median) | October 30 |
| 90% (late) | November 13 |
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 Tateville, KY
Tateville, KY frost dates — last frost Apr 5, first frost Oct 30, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Tateville, KY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 8 – Apr 12 | Sep 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Okra | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 26 – May 10 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — |
| Basil | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 1 – Apr 12 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 12 – May 3 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | — | — |
| 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 Somerset 2 N, KY weather station, 19 km away (elevation 1,020 ft (311 m)).
Frost dates near Tateville
- Burnside Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Bronston Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Ferguson Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Nancy Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Parkers Lake Apr 24 · Oct 18
- West Somerset Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Somerset Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Monticello Apr 18 · Oct 26
- Marshes Siding Apr 24 · Oct 18
- Science Hill Apr 5 · Oct 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Tateville, KY?
The median last spring frost in Tateville, KY is April 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Tateville, 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 Tateville, KY?
About 208 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Tateville, KY?
Tateville, KY is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.