Daggett, MI frost dates
How Daggett compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Daggett falls between May 7 and June 4, a 28-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 10 and October 10.
- The median last frost is 17 days later than the Michigan median of May 5.
- Its 128-day growing season is longer than 9% of the 878 Michigan places with a regular frost season (state median 162 days).
- The last frost is 19 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 191 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Green Bay, WI, 116 km away, the last frost here is 22 days later than there and the growing season is 34 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 7 |
| 50% (median) | May 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 10 |
| 50% (median) | September 27 |
| 90% (late) | October 10 |
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 Daggett, MI
Daggett, MI frost dates — last frost May 22, first frost Sep 27, zone 5a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Daggett, MI
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 1 – May 15 | Apr 24 – May 29 | Aug 2 – Aug 30 |
| Kale | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Apr 24 – May 8 | Apr 24 – May 8 | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Broccoli | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 8 – May 22 | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 |
| Cabbage | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 1 – May 15 | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 8 – May 22 | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 |
| Okra | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — |
| Basil | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 17 – May 29 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 24 – May 1 | Jun 5 – Jun 12 | May 29 – Jun 12 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 24 – May 1 | — | May 29 – Jun 12 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 24 – May 1 | — | May 29 – Jun 12 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 24 – May 1 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 1 – May 29 | Jul 5 – Jul 19 |
| Beets | — | — | May 1 – May 29 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 8 – May 29 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 29 – Jun 19 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 29 – Jun 12 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 5 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 13 – Oct 18 |
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 Stephenson 5wsw, MI weather station, 13 km away (elevation 689 ft (210 m)).
Frost dates near Daggett
- Stephenson May 22 · Sep 27
- Carney May 22 · Sep 27
- Ingalls May 22 · Sep 27
- Nadeau May 22 · Sep 27
- Wallace May 22 · Sep 27
- Powers May 19 · Oct 1
- Spalding May 19 · Oct 1
- Hermansville May 22 · Sep 27
- Wilson May 13 · Oct 7
- Harris May 13 · Oct 7
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Daggett, MI?
The median last spring frost in Daggett, MI is May 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Daggett, MI?
The median first fall frost is September 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 10.
How long is the growing season in Daggett, MI?
About 128 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Daggett, MI?
Daggett, MI is in USDA hardiness zone 5a.