Centerville, MA frost dates
Last spring frostApr 16median date
First fall frostOct 30median date
Growing season197 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Centerville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Centerville falls between April 5 and April 30, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 15 and November 13.
- The median last frost is 11 days earlier than the Massachusetts median of Apr 27.
- Its 197-day growing season is longer than 85% of the 510 Massachusetts places with a regular frost season (state median 169 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 New Bedford, MA, 48 km away, the last frost here is 13 days earlier than there and the growing season is 28 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 5 |
| 50% (median) | April 16 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 30 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 15 |
| 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 Centerville, MA
Centerville, MA frost dates — last frost Apr 16, first frost Oct 30, 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: Sep 4 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
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 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Mar 26Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 7Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
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 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7
Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 21
Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Centerville, MA
| 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 | Sep 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| 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 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 23 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 7 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| 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 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 23 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 23 – May 14 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 30 – May 21 | — | — |
| 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 Hyannis, MA weather station, 4 km away (elevation 59 ft (18 m)).
ZIP codes in Centerville: 02632 02634
Frost dates near Centerville
- West Hyannisport Apr 16 · Oct 30
- Osterville Apr 16 · Oct 30
- Hyannis Port Apr 16 · Oct 30
- Hyannis Apr 16 · Oct 30
- West Barnstable Apr 16 · Oct 30
- Marstons Mills Apr 26 · Oct 26
- Barnstable Apr 22 · Oct 28
- Cummaquid Apr 22 · Oct 28
- Cotuit Apr 26 · Oct 26
- West Yarmouth Apr 22 · Oct 28
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Centerville, MA?
The median last spring frost in Centerville, MA is April 16. 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 Centerville, MA?
The median first fall frost is October 30, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 15.
How long is the growing season in Centerville, MA?
About 197 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Centerville, MA?
Centerville, MA is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.