New Limerick, ME frost dates
Last spring frostMay 27median date
First fall frostSep 18median date
Growing season114 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone4bZone 4b
How New Limerick compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in New Limerick falls between May 9 and June 10, a 32-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 5 and October 2.
- The median last frost is 21 days later than the Maine median of May 6.
- Its 114-day growing season is among the shortest of the 457 Maine places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 19 days later than the zone 4b median of May 8. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 4b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 190 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 9 |
| 50% (median) | May 27 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 5 |
| 50% (median) | September 18 |
| 90% (late) | October 2 |
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 New Limerick, ME
New Limerick, ME frost dates — last frost May 27, first frost Sep 18, zone 4b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Transplant outside: Jun 10 to Jun 24
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Transplant outside: Jun 10 to Jun 24
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: Jun 3 to Jun 17
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to Jun 3Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 31
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27Plant for fall: Jun 12 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20Plant for fall: Jun 12 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27Plant for fall: Jun 12 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: Jun 17 to Jul 1Sow outdoors: Jun 17 to Jul 1
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: Jun 3 to Jun 17
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to May 6Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to May 6Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to Jun 3Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Apr 29 to May 6Transplant outside: Jun 10 to Jun 17Sow outdoors: Jun 3 to Jun 17Plant for fall: Jul 3 to Jul 17
Start indoors: Apr 29 to May 6Sow outdoors: Jun 3 to Jun 17Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 24
Start indoors: Apr 29 to May 6Sow outdoors: Jun 3 to Jun 17
Start indoors: Apr 29 to May 6Transplant outside: Jun 10 to Jun 24
Sow outdoors: May 6 to Jun 3Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 10
Sow outdoors: May 6 to Jun 3Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 24
Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 27
Sow outdoors: May 13 to Jun 10Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 24
Sow outdoors: May 13 to Jun 3Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: Jun 3 to Jun 24
Sow outdoors: Jun 3 to Jun 17
Transplant outside: Jun 10 to Jul 1
Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Oct 9
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in New Limerick, ME
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Jun 10 – Jun 24 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Jun 10 – Jun 24 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | May 6 – May 20 | Apr 29 – Jun 3 | Jul 24 – Aug 21 |
| Kale | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Jul 10 – Jul 31 |
| Broccoli | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | May 13 – May 27 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 3 |
| Cabbage | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | May 6 – May 20 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 3 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | May 13 – May 27 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 3 |
| Okra | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | — |
| Basil | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 22 – Jun 3 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 29 – May 6 | Jun 10 – Jun 17 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | Jul 3 – Jul 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 29 – May 6 | — | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | Jul 10 – Jul 24 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 29 – May 6 | — | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 29 – May 6 | Jun 10 – Jun 24 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 6 – Jun 3 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 |
| Beets | — | — | May 6 – Jun 3 | Jul 10 – Jul 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 6 – May 27 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 13 – Jun 10 | Jul 10 – Jul 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 13 – Jun 3 | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 3 – Jun 24 | — |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 10 – Jul 1 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 4 – Oct 9 |
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 Houlton Intl Ap, ME weather station, 16 km away (elevation 476 ft (145 m)).
Frost dates near New Limerick
- Oakfield May 19 · Sep 23
- Houlton May 27 · Sep 18
- Smyrna Mills May 13 · Sep 30
- Island Falls May 13 · Sep 30
- Monticello May 19 · Sep 23
- Orient May 25 · Sep 24
- Patten May 13 · Sep 30
- Bridgewater May 25 · Sep 18
- Sherman May 13 · Sep 30
- Benedicta May 13 · Sep 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in New Limerick, ME?
The median last spring frost in New Limerick, ME is May 27. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in New Limerick, ME?
The median first fall frost is September 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 5.
How long is the growing season in New Limerick, ME?
About 114 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is New Limerick, ME?
New Limerick, ME is in USDA hardiness zone 4b.