Craig, MO frost dates
Last spring frostApr 18median date
First fall frostOct 14median date
Growing season179 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Craig compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Craig falls between April 5 and May 2, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 28 and October 26.
- The median last frost is 6 days later than the Missouri median of Apr 12.
- Its 179-day growing season is longer than 8% of the 938 Missouri places with a regular frost season (state median 195 days).
- The last frost is 11 days earlier than the zone 6a median of Apr 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 135 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Saint Joseph, MO, 59 km away, the last frost here is 1 day earlier than there and the growing season is 2 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 5 |
| 50% (median) | April 18 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 2 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 28 |
| 50% (median) | October 14 |
| 90% (late) | October 26 |
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 Craig, MO
Craig, MO frost dates — last frost Apr 18, first frost Oct 14, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 29
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 29
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 29
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23Sow outdoors: May 9 to May 23
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 2 to May 9Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 16Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9
Transplant outside: May 2 to May 23
Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Nov 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Craig, MO
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Mar 21 – Apr 25 | Aug 19 – Sep 16 |
| Kale | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Broccoli | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 8 – Jul 29 |
| Cabbage | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 8 – Jul 29 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 8 – Jul 29 |
| Okra | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | May 9 – May 23 | May 9 – May 23 | — |
| Basil | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 25 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Jul 22 – Aug 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 25 – May 16 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 2 – May 23 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 30 – Nov 4 |
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 Falls City 4ne, NE weather station, 17 km away (elevation 932 ft (284 m)).
Frost dates near Craig
- Mound City Apr 16 · Oct 20
- Forest City Apr 16 · Oct 20
- Maitland Apr 16 · Oct 20
- Fairfax Apr 19 · Oct 15
- Oregon Apr 16 · Oct 20
- Skidmore Apr 19 · Oct 17
- Graham Apr 19 · Oct 17
- Fillmore Apr 16 · Oct 20
- Tarkio Apr 19 · Oct 15
- Rock Port Apr 19 · Oct 15
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Craig, MO?
The median last spring frost in Craig, MO is April 18. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 2, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Craig, MO?
The median first fall frost is October 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 28.
How long is the growing season in Craig, MO?
About 179 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Craig, MO?
Craig, MO is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.