Halliday, ND frost dates
How Halliday compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Halliday falls between May 7 and June 1, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 7 and October 3.
- The median last frost is 8 days later than the North Dakota median of May 12.
- Its 124-day growing season is longer than 8% of the 372 North Dakota places with a regular frost season (state median 139 days).
- The last frost is 8 days later than the zone 4a median of May 12. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 4a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 194 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 7 |
| 50% (median) | May 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 7 |
| 50% (median) | September 21 |
| 90% (late) | October 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 Halliday, ND
Halliday, ND frost dates — last frost May 20, first frost Sep 21, zone 4a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Halliday, ND
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | May 27 – Jun 10 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Apr 22 – May 27 | Jul 27 – Aug 24 |
| Kale | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Broccoli | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | May 6 – May 20 | — | Jun 15 – Jul 6 |
| Cabbage | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | Jun 15 – Jul 6 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | May 6 – May 20 | — | Jun 15 – Jul 6 |
| Okra | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Jun 10 – Jun 24 | Jun 10 – Jun 24 | — |
| Basil | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | May 27 – Jun 10 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 15 – May 27 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 22 – Apr 29 | Jun 3 – Jun 10 | May 27 – Jun 10 | Jul 6 – Jul 20 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 22 – Apr 29 | — | May 27 – Jun 10 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 22 – Apr 29 | — | May 27 – Jun 10 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 22 – Apr 29 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 29 – May 27 | Jun 29 – Jul 13 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 29 – May 27 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 6 – Jun 3 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 6 – May 27 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 27 – Jun 17 | Jul 6 – Jul 20 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 27 – Jun 10 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 3 – Jun 24 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 7 – Oct 12 |
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 Dunn Ctr 1e, ND weather station, 19 km away (elevation 2,188 ft (667 m)).
Frost dates near Halliday
- Dodge May 20 · Sep 21
- Dunn Center May 20 · Sep 21
- Golden Valley May 21 · Sep 20
- Marshall May 23 · Sep 20
- Zap May 21 · Sep 20
- Killdeer May 21 · Sep 23
- Manning May 18 · Sep 24
- Beulah May 21 · Sep 20
- Taylor May 9 · Oct 1
- Mandaree May 20 · Sep 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Halliday, ND?
The median last spring frost in Halliday, ND is May 20. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Halliday, ND?
The median first fall frost is September 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 7.
How long is the growing season in Halliday, ND?
About 124 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Halliday, ND?
Halliday, ND is in USDA hardiness zone 4a.