Tilghman, MD frost dates
Last spring frostApr 1median date
First fall frostNov 7median date
Growing season220 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Tilghman compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Tilghman falls between March 18 and April 15, a 28-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 24 and November 23.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Maryland median of Apr 5.
- Its 220-day growing season is longer than 75% of the 431 Maryland places with a regular frost season (state median 216 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8a, where the median is Mar 29.
- The weather station records an average of 69 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Bowie, MD, 46 km away, the last frost here is 8 days earlier than there and the growing season is 17 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 18 |
| 50% (median) | April 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 24 |
| 50% (median) | November 7 |
| 90% (late) | November 23 |
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 Tilghman, MD
Tilghman, MD frost dates — last frost Apr 1, first frost Nov 7, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 21Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 10
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 11Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 11Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 22Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 11Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 11Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Transplant outside: Apr 15 to May 6
Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 28
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Tilghman, MD
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Mar 4 – Apr 8 | Sep 12 – Oct 10 |
| Kale | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Broccoli | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cabbage | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Okra | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Basil | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 25 – Apr 8 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 22 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 15 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 24 – Nov 28 |
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 Royal Oak 2 Ssw, MD weather station, 13 km away (elevation 10 ft (3 m)).
Frost dates near Tilghman
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- Saint Michaels Apr 1 · Nov 7
- Mcdaniel Apr 1 · Nov 7
- Newcomb Apr 1 · Nov 7
- Claiborne Apr 1 · Nov 7
- Oxford Apr 1 · Nov 7
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Tilghman, MD?
The median last spring frost in Tilghman, MD is April 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Tilghman, MD?
The median first fall frost is November 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 24.
How long is the growing season in Tilghman, MD?
About 220 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Tilghman, MD?
Tilghman, MD is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.