Walker, MO frost dates
Last spring frostApr 7median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season203 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Walker compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Walker falls between March 22 and April 24, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 13 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 5 days earlier than the Missouri median of Apr 12.
- Its 203-day growing season is longer than 73% of the 938 Missouri places with a regular frost season (state median 195 days).
- The last frost is 15 days earlier than the zone 6b median of Apr 22. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 97 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Joplin, MO, 94 km away, the last frost here is 2 days earlier than there and the growing season is 2 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 22 |
| 50% (median) | April 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 13 |
| 50% (median) | October 27 |
| 90% (late) | November 10 |
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 Walker, MO
Walker, MO frost dates — last frost Apr 7, first frost Oct 27, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 13 to Jan 27Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 12
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Walker, 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 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| 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 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 3 – Apr 14 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| 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 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 – Nov 17 |
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 Nevada Wtp, MO weather station, 14 km away (elevation 873 ft (266 m)).
Frost dates near Walker
- Harwood Apr 8 · Oct 29
- Nevada Apr 7 · Oct 27
- Schell City Apr 8 · Oct 29
- Milo Apr 7 · Oct 27
- El Dorado Springs Apr 8 · Oct 29
- Metz Apr 7 · Oct 27
- Rockville Apr 7 · Oct 29
- Sheldon Apr 9 · Oct 27
- Moundville Apr 7 · Oct 27
- Rich Hill Apr 12 · Oct 23
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Walker, MO?
The median last spring frost in Walker, MO is April 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Walker, MO?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 13.
How long is the growing season in Walker, MO?
About 203 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Walker, MO?
Walker, MO is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.