Clear Spring, MD frost dates
Last spring frostApr 7median date
First fall frostNov 4median date
Growing season211 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Clear Spring compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Clear Spring falls between March 25 and April 21, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 22 and November 17.
- The median last frost is 2 days later than the Maryland median of Apr 5.
- Its 211-day growing season is longer than 47% of the 431 Maryland places with a regular frost season (state median 216 days).
- The last frost is 9 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 93 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Frederick, MD, 51 km away, the last frost here is 5 days later than there and the growing season is 7 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 25 |
| 50% (median) | April 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 21 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 22 |
| 50% (median) | November 4 |
| 90% (late) | November 17 |
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 Clear Spring, MD
Clear Spring, MD frost dates — last frost Apr 7, first frost Nov 4, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 13 to Jan 27Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 14
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 12
Plant for fall: Oct 21 to Nov 25
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Clear Spring, MD
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | Sep 9 – Oct 7 |
| Kale | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Broccoli | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cabbage | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Okra | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Basil | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 3 – Apr 14 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 21 – Nov 25 |
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 Hagerstown Washington Co Ap, MD weather station, 16 km away (elevation 699 ft (213 m)).
Frost dates near Clear Spring
- Big Pool Apr 17 · Oct 23
- Williamsport Apr 11 · Oct 28
- Maugansville Apr 7 · Nov 4
- Saint James Apr 11 · Oct 28
- Hagerstown Apr 11 · Oct 28
- Fairplay Apr 11 · Oct 28
- Funkstown Apr 11 · Oct 28
- Boonsboro Apr 11 · Oct 28
- Chewsville Apr 25 · Oct 19
- Hancock Apr 23 · Oct 21
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Clear Spring, MD?
The median last spring frost in Clear Spring, MD is April 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 21, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Clear Spring, MD?
The median first fall frost is November 4, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 22.
How long is the growing season in Clear Spring, MD?
About 211 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Clear Spring, MD?
Clear Spring, MD is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.