Granby, MO frost dates
How Granby compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Granby falls between March 18 and April 25, a 38-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 18 and November 14.
- The median last frost is 5 days earlier than the Missouri median of Apr 12.
- Its 207-day growing season is longer than 84% of the 938 Missouri places with a regular frost season (state median 195 days).
- The last frost is 9 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 98 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Joplin, MO, 29 km away, the last frost here is 2 days earlier than there and the growing season is 6 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 18 |
| 50% (median) | April 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 18 |
| 50% (median) | October 31 |
| 90% (late) | November 14 |
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 Granby, MO
Granby, MO frost dates — last frost Apr 7, first frost Oct 31, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Granby, MO
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | Sep 5 – Oct 3 |
| Kale | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Broccoli | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Cabbage | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Okra | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Basil | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 3 – Apr 14 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 17 – Nov 21 |
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 Neosho, MO weather station, 10 km away (elevation 1,033 ft (315 m)).
Frost dates near Granby
- Newtonia Apr 7 · Oct 31
- Stark City Apr 9 · Oct 26
- Neosho Apr 7 · Oct 31
- Diamond Apr 18 · Oct 22
- Fairview Apr 9 · Oct 26
- Stella Apr 7 · Oct 31
- Saginaw Apr 18 · Oct 22
- Wentworth Apr 14 · Oct 21
- Sarcoxie Apr 4 · Oct 27
- Duenweg Apr 18 · Oct 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Granby, MO?
The median last spring frost in Granby, MO is April 7. 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 Granby, MO?
The median first fall frost is October 31, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 18.
How long is the growing season in Granby, MO?
About 207 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Granby, MO?
Granby, MO is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.