Marshall, ND frost dates
Last spring frostMay 23median date
First fall frostSep 20median date
Growing season120 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone4aZone 4a
How Marshall compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Marshall falls between May 11 and June 5, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 4 and October 1.
- The median last frost is 11 days later than the North Dakota median of May 12.
- Its 120-day growing season is among the shortest of the 372 North Dakota places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 11 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 192 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 11 |
| 50% (median) | May 23 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 4 |
| 50% (median) | September 20 |
| 90% (late) | October 1 |
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 Marshall, ND
Marshall, ND frost dates — last frost May 23, first frost Sep 20, zone 4a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Transplant outside: May 30 to Jun 13
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 30Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Aug 2
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23Plant for fall: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23Plant for fall: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25Transplant outside: Jun 13 to Jun 27Sow outdoors: Jun 13 to Jun 27
Start indoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25Transplant outside: May 30 to Jun 13
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 2Plant for fall: Jun 28 to Jul 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 2Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 30Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Apr 25 to May 2Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 13Sow outdoors: May 30 to Jun 13Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 19
Start indoors: Apr 25 to May 2Sow outdoors: May 30 to Jun 13Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Apr 25 to May 2Sow outdoors: May 30 to Jun 13
Start indoors: Apr 25 to May 2Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 30Plant for fall: Jun 28 to Jul 12
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 30Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Jul 26
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 23
Sow outdoors: May 9 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Jul 26
Sow outdoors: May 9 to May 30Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: May 30 to Jun 20Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 19
Sow outdoors: May 30 to Jun 13
Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 27
Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Oct 11
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Marshall, ND
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | May 30 – Jun 13 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | May 2 – May 16 | Apr 25 – May 30 | Jul 26 – Aug 23 |
| Kale | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| Broccoli | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | May 9 – May 23 | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 |
| Cabbage | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | May 2 – May 16 | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | May 9 – May 23 | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 |
| Okra | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Jun 13 – Jun 27 | Jun 13 – Jun 27 | — |
| Basil | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | May 30 – Jun 13 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Jun 28 – Jul 19 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 18 – May 30 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 25 – May 2 | Jun 6 – Jun 13 | May 30 – Jun 13 | Jul 5 – Jul 19 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 25 – May 2 | — | May 30 – Jun 13 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 25 – May 2 | — | May 30 – Jun 13 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 25 – May 2 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 2 – May 30 | Jun 28 – Jul 12 |
| Beets | — | — | May 2 – May 30 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 2 – May 23 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 9 – Jun 6 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 9 – May 30 | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 30 – Jun 20 | Jul 5 – Jul 19 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 30 – Jun 13 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 6 – Jun 27 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 6 – Oct 11 |
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 Taylor 7 Nnw, ND weather station, 19 km away (elevation 2,221 ft (677 m)).
Frost dates near Marshall
- Dodge May 20 · Sep 21
- Taylor May 9 · Oct 1
- Halliday May 20 · Sep 21
- Manning May 18 · Sep 24
- Golden Valley May 21 · Sep 20
- Dunn Center May 20 · Sep 21
- Richardton May 9 · Oct 1
- Zap May 21 · Sep 20
- Hebron May 19 · Sep 21
- Gladstone May 9 · Oct 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Marshall, ND?
The median last spring frost in Marshall, ND is May 23. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Marshall, ND?
The median first fall frost is September 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 4.
How long is the growing season in Marshall, ND?
About 120 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Marshall, ND?
Marshall, ND is in USDA hardiness zone 4a.