Medora, ND frost dates
Last spring frostMay 19median date
First fall frostSep 20median date
Growing season124 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone4aZone 4a
How Medora compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Medora falls between May 7 and June 1, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 6 and October 4.
- The median last frost is 7 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 7 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 189 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 7 |
| 50% (median) | May 19 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 6 |
| 50% (median) | September 20 |
| 90% (late) | October 4 |
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 Medora, ND
Medora, ND frost dates — last frost May 19, first frost Sep 20, zone 4a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Jun 2 to Jun 16
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Jun 2 to Jun 16
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Aug 2
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19Plant for fall: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Plant for fall: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19Plant for fall: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: Jun 9 to Jun 23Sow outdoors: Jun 9 to Jun 23
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jun 28 to Jul 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 26Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Apr 21 to Apr 28Transplant outside: Jun 2 to Jun 9Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 19
Start indoors: Apr 21 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Apr 21 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Apr 21 to Apr 28Transplant outside: Jun 2 to Jun 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 26Plant for fall: Jun 28 to Jul 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Jul 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 19
Sow outdoors: May 5 to Jun 2Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Jul 26
Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 16Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 19
Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 9
Transplant outside: Jun 2 to Jun 23
Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Oct 11
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Medora, ND
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Apr 21 – May 26 | Jul 26 – Aug 23 |
| Kale | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Apr 21 – May 5 | Apr 21 – May 5 | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| Broccoli | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 5 – May 19 | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 |
| Cabbage | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 5 – May 19 | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 |
| Okra | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | — |
| Basil | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 7 – Apr 28 | Jun 28 – Jul 19 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 7 – Apr 28 | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 14 – May 26 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Jun 2 – Jun 9 | May 26 – Jun 9 | Jul 5 – Jul 19 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | — | May 26 – Jun 9 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | — | May 26 – Jun 9 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 28 – May 26 | Jun 28 – Jul 12 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 28 – May 26 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 5 – Jun 2 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 5 – May 26 | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 26 – Jun 16 | Jul 5 – Jul 19 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 26 – Jun 9 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 2 – Jun 23 | — | — |
| 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 Medora, ND weather station, 4 km away (elevation 2,267 ft (691 m)).
Frost dates near Medora
- Sentinel Butte May 16 · Sep 26
- Beach May 16 · Sep 26
- Belfield May 9 · Sep 30
- Fairfield May 12 · Sep 28
- Golva May 16 · Sep 26
- South Heart May 18 · Sep 25
- Amidon May 12 · Sep 29
- Grassy Butte May 18 · Sep 23
- Dickinson May 18 · Sep 25
- Manning May 18 · Sep 24
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Medora, ND?
The median last spring frost in Medora, ND is May 19. 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 Medora, ND?
The median first fall frost is September 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 6.
How long is the growing season in Medora, ND?
About 124 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Medora, ND?
Medora, ND is in USDA hardiness zone 4a.