Deer River, MN frost dates
Last spring frostMay 16median date
First fall frostOct 1median date
Growing season138 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone3bZone 3b
How Deer River compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Deer River falls between May 1 and May 31, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 18 and October 12.
- The median last frost is 11 days later than the Minnesota median of May 5.
- Its 138-day growing season is longer than 18% of the 801 Minnesota places with a regular frost season (state median 151 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 3b, where the median is May 17.
- The weather station records an average of 185 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 1 |
| 50% (median) | May 16 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 31 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 18 |
| 50% (median) | October 1 |
| 90% (late) | October 12 |
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 Deer River, MN
Deer River, MN frost dates — last frost May 16, first frost Oct 1, zone 3b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Transplant outside: May 30 to Jun 13
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Transplant outside: May 30 to Jun 13
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: May 23 to Jun 6
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 23Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Jun 25 to Jul 16
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9Plant for fall: Jun 25 to Jul 16
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Jun 25 to Jul 16
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 20Sow outdoors: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: May 23 to Jun 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 23Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Apr 18 to Apr 25Transplant outside: May 30 to Jun 6Sow outdoors: May 23 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Jul 30
Start indoors: Apr 18 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: May 23 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 6
Start indoors: Apr 18 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: May 23 to Jun 6
Start indoors: Apr 18 to Apr 25Transplant outside: May 30 to Jun 13
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 23Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 23Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 16
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 30Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 6
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 23Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: May 23 to Jun 13Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Jul 30
Sow outdoors: May 23 to Jun 6
Transplant outside: May 30 to Jun 20
Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 22
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Deer River, MN
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | May 30 – Jun 13 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | May 30 – Jun 13 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | May 23 – Jun 6 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Apr 18 – May 23 | Aug 6 – Sep 3 |
| Kale | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Apr 18 – May 2 | Apr 18 – May 2 | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Broccoli | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | May 2 – May 16 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Cabbage | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | May 2 – May 16 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Okra | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — |
| Basil | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | May 23 – Jun 6 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | Jul 9 – Jul 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 11 – May 23 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | May 30 – Jun 6 | May 23 – Jun 6 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | — | May 23 – Jun 6 | Jul 23 – Aug 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | — | May 23 – Jun 6 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | May 30 – Jun 13 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 25 – May 23 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 25 – May 23 | Jul 23 – Aug 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 25 – May 16 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 2 – May 30 | Jul 23 – Aug 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 2 – May 23 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 23 – Jun 13 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 23 – Jun 6 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 30 – Jun 20 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 17 – Oct 22 |
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 Pokegama Dam, MN weather station, 25 km away (elevation 1,280 ft (390 m)).
Frost dates near Deer River
- Bowstring May 14 · Oct 2
- Cohasset May 16 · Oct 1
- Talmoon May 14 · Oct 2
- Marcell May 14 · Oct 2
- Spring Lake May 14 · Oct 2
- Grand Rapids May 17 · Sep 24
- Bena May 8 · Oct 1
- Max May 16 · Sep 26
- Remer May 8 · Oct 1
- Coleraine May 17 · Sep 24
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Deer River, MN?
The median last spring frost in Deer River, MN is May 16. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 31, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Deer River, MN?
The median first fall frost is October 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 18.
How long is the growing season in Deer River, MN?
About 138 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Deer River, MN?
Deer River, MN is in USDA hardiness zone 3b.