Adrian, MN frost dates
Last spring frostMay 5median date
First fall frostOct 3median date
Growing season151 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5aZone 5a
How Adrian compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Adrian falls between April 22 and May 17, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 21 and October 17.
- The median last frost is the same as the Minnesota median of May 5.
- Its 151-day growing season is longer than 48% of the 801 Minnesota places with a regular frost season (state median 151 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 5a, where the median is May 3.
- The weather station records an average of 173 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Sioux Falls, SD, 66 km away, the last frost here is 9 days later than there and the growing season is 19 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 22 |
| 50% (median) | May 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 21 |
| 50% (median) | October 3 |
| 90% (late) | October 17 |
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 Adrian, MN
Adrian, MN frost dates — last frost May 5, first frost Oct 3, zone 5a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Transplant outside: May 19 to May 26Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Jul 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 19Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: May 12 to Jun 2Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 9
Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Adrian, MN
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Apr 7 – May 12 | Aug 8 – Sep 5 |
| Kale | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Broccoli | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cabbage | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Okra | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 26 – Jun 9 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — |
| Basil | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 31 – May 12 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – May 26 | May 12 – May 26 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | — | May 12 – May 26 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | — | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 21 – May 19 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 12 – Jun 2 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 19 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 19 – Oct 24 |
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 Sibley, IA weather station, 28 km away (elevation 1,529 ft (466 m)).
Frost dates near Adrian
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- Lismore May 7 · Sep 29
- Kanaranzi May 1 · Oct 4
- Wilmont May 3 · Oct 4
- Reading May 3 · Oct 4
- Kenneth May 7 · Sep 29
- Luverne May 1 · Oct 4
- Bigelow May 3 · Oct 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Adrian, MN?
The median last spring frost in Adrian, MN is May 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Adrian, MN?
The median first fall frost is October 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 21.
How long is the growing season in Adrian, MN?
About 151 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Adrian, MN?
Adrian, MN is in USDA hardiness zone 5a.