Nanticoke, MD frost dates
Last spring frostApr 8median date
First fall frostNov 4median date
Growing season210 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Nanticoke compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Nanticoke falls between March 24 and April 23, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 22 and November 20.
- The median last frost is 3 days later than the Maryland median of Apr 5.
- Its 210-day growing season is longer than 44% of the 431 Maryland places with a regular frost season (state median 216 days).
- The last frost is 10 days later than the zone 8a median of Mar 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 83 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Waldorf, MD, 97 km away, the last frost here is 9 days earlier than there and the growing season is 17 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 24 |
| 50% (median) | April 8 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 23 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 22 |
| 50% (median) | November 4 |
| 90% (late) | November 20 |
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 Nanticoke, MD
Nanticoke, MD frost dates — last frost Apr 8, first frost Nov 4, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 14
Start indoors: Mar 11 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 22 to Apr 29Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Mar 11 to Mar 18Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Mar 11 to Mar 18Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Start indoors: Mar 11 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 13
Plant for fall: Oct 21 to Nov 25
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Nanticoke, MD
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Mar 11 – Apr 15 | Sep 9 – Oct 7 |
| Kale | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Broccoli | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cabbage | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Okra | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — |
| Basil | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 25 – Mar 18 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 25 – Mar 18 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 4 – Apr 15 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 11 – Mar 18 | Apr 22 – Apr 29 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 11 – Mar 18 | — | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 11 – Mar 18 | — | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 11 – Mar 18 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 15 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 15 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 22 – May 13 | — | — |
| 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 Vienna, MD weather station, 26 km away (elevation 10 ft (3 m)).
Frost dates near Nanticoke
- Bivalve Apr 8 · Nov 4
- Tyaskin Apr 8 · Nov 4
- Quantico Apr 8 · Nov 4
- Deal Island Apr 8 · Nov 4
- Crocheron Mar 29 · Nov 15
- Toddville Mar 29 · Nov 15
- Wingate Mar 29 · Nov 15
- Allen Apr 3 · Nov 7
- Princess Anne Apr 3 · Nov 7
- Crapo Mar 29 · Nov 15
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Nanticoke, MD?
The median last spring frost in Nanticoke, MD is April 8. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 23, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Nanticoke, 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 Nanticoke, MD?
About 210 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Nanticoke, MD?
Nanticoke, MD is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.