Dora, MO frost dates
Last spring frostApr 9median date
First fall frostOct 23median date
Growing season197 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Dora compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Dora falls between March 24 and April 28, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 8 and November 5.
- The median last frost is 3 days earlier than the Missouri median of Apr 12.
- Its 197-day growing season is longer than 54% of the 938 Missouri places with a regular frost season (state median 195 days).
- The last frost is 7 days earlier than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 96 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Springfield, MO, 107 km away, the last frost here is 5 days later than there and the growing season is 9 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 24 |
| 50% (median) | April 9 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 8 |
| 50% (median) | October 23 |
| 90% (late) | November 5 |
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 Dora, MO
Dora, MO frost dates — last frost Apr 9, first frost Oct 23, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 15 to Jan 29Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 23 to Apr 30Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 14
Plant for fall: Oct 9 to Nov 13
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Dora, MO
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Mar 12 – Apr 16 | Aug 28 – Sep 25 |
| Kale | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Broccoli | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cabbage | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Okra | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — |
| Basil | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 16 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | Apr 23 – Apr 30 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | — | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | — | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 23 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 23 – May 14 | — | — |
| 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 Dora 3se, MO weather station, 3 km away (elevation 965 ft (294 m)).
Frost dates near Dora
- Zanoni Apr 9 · Oct 23
- Brixey Apr 14 · Oct 25
- Rockbridge Apr 14 · Oct 25
- Pottersville Apr 9 · Oct 23
- Tecumseh Apr 9 · Oct 23
- Hardenville Apr 9 · Oct 23
- Drury Apr 14 · Oct 25
- Caulfield Apr 9 · Oct 23
- Udall Apr 9 · Oct 23
- Wasola Apr 10 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Dora, MO?
The median last spring frost in Dora, MO is April 9. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 28, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Dora, MO?
The median first fall frost is October 23, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 8.
How long is the growing season in Dora, MO?
About 197 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Dora, MO?
Dora, MO is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.