Curryville, MO frost dates
How Curryville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Curryville falls between March 31 and April 25, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 7 and November 3.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the Missouri median of Apr 12.
- Its 195-day growing season is longer than 48% of the 938 Missouri places with a regular frost season (state median 195 days).
- The last frost is 18 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 119 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with O Fallon, MO, 80 km away, the last frost here is 1 day later than there and the growing season is 4 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 31 |
| 50% (median) | April 11 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 7 |
| 50% (median) | October 23 |
| 90% (late) | November 3 |
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 Curryville, MO
Curryville, MO frost dates — last frost Apr 11, first frost Oct 23, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Curryville, MO
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 14 – Apr 18 | Aug 28 – Sep 25 |
| Kale | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Broccoli | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cabbage | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Okra | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | May 2 – May 16 | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Basil | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 18 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 2 | Apr 18 – May 2 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 25 – May 16 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 9 – Nov 13 |
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 Vandalia, MO weather station, 13 km away (elevation 764 ft (233 m)).
Frost dates near Curryville
- Vandalia Apr 11 · Oct 23
- Bowling Green Apr 13 · Oct 23
- Frankford Apr 4 · Nov 4
- Farber Apr 11 · Oct 23
- Middletown Apr 11 · Oct 23
- Center Apr 12 · Oct 22
- Louisiana Apr 13 · Oct 23
- Laddonia Apr 11 · Oct 23
- Olney Apr 14 · Oct 23
- Perry Apr 11 · Oct 23
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Curryville, MO?
The median last spring frost in Curryville, MO is April 11. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Curryville, MO?
The median first fall frost is October 23, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 7.
How long is the growing season in Curryville, MO?
About 195 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Curryville, MO?
Curryville, MO is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.