Cheboygan, MI frost dates
Last spring frostMay 11median date
First fall frostOct 11median date
Growing season153 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5aZone 5a
How Cheboygan compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cheboygan falls between April 29 and May 25, a 26-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 24 and October 27.
- The median last frost is 6 days later than the Michigan median of May 5.
- Its 153-day growing season is longer than 36% of the 878 Michigan places with a regular frost season (state median 162 days).
- The last frost is 8 days later than the zone 5a median of May 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 5a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 163 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 29 |
| 50% (median) | May 11 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 24 |
| 50% (median) | October 11 |
| 90% (late) | October 27 |
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 Cheboygan, MI
Cheboygan, MI frost dates — last frost May 11, first frost Oct 11, zone 5a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Apr 13 to Apr 27
Start indoors: Mar 2 to Mar 16Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 8
Start indoors: Mar 2 to Mar 16Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 8
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: May 18 to Jun 1
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 13 to Apr 27Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Mar 30 to Apr 13Transplant outside: Jun 1 to Jun 15Sow outdoors: Jun 1 to Jun 15
Start indoors: Mar 30 to Apr 13Transplant outside: May 18 to Jun 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 6 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 1Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 9
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 18Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 25Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 8Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1
Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 15
Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Nov 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Cheboygan, MI
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | May 25 – Jun 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | May 25 – Jun 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | May 18 – Jun 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 20 – May 4 | Apr 13 – May 18 | Aug 16 – Sep 13 |
| Kale | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Broccoli | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Cabbage | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Okra | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | Jun 1 – Jun 15 | Jun 1 – Jun 15 | — |
| Basil | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | May 18 – Jun 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 6 – May 18 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | May 25 – Jun 1 | May 18 – Jun 1 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | — | May 18 – Jun 1 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | — | May 18 – Jun 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | May 25 – Jun 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 20 – May 18 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 20 – May 18 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 20 – May 11 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 27 – May 25 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 27 – May 18 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 18 – Jun 8 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 18 – Jun 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 25 – Jun 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 27 – Nov 1 |
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 Cheboygan, MI weather station, 5 km away (elevation 587 ft (179 m)).
Frost dates near Cheboygan
- Mullett Lake May 11 · Oct 11
- Topinabee May 21 · Sep 27
- Pointe Aux Pins May 11 · Oct 11
- Indian River May 31 · Sep 18
- Brutus May 31 · Sep 18
- Levering May 21 · Sep 27
- Burt Lake May 31 · Sep 18
- Mackinaw City May 7 · Oct 23
- Carp Lake May 7 · Oct 23
- Afton May 22 · Oct 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cheboygan, MI?
The median last spring frost in Cheboygan, MI is May 11. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cheboygan, MI?
The median first fall frost is October 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 24.
How long is the growing season in Cheboygan, MI?
About 153 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cheboygan, MI?
Cheboygan, MI is in USDA hardiness zone 5a.