Warwick, ND frost dates
How Warwick compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Warwick falls between April 23 and May 19, a 26-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 26 and October 18.
- The median last frost is 6 days earlier than the North Dakota median of May 12.
- Its 152-day growing season is longer than 91% of the 372 North Dakota places with a regular frost season (state median 139 days).
- The last frost is 6 days earlier 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 182 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 23 |
| 50% (median) | May 6 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 26 |
| 50% (median) | October 5 |
| 90% (late) | October 18 |
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 Warwick, ND
Warwick, ND frost dates — last frost May 6, first frost Oct 5, zone 4a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Warwick, ND
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | May 20 – Jun 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | May 20 – Jun 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Apr 8 – May 13 | Aug 10 – Sep 7 |
| Kale | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Broccoli | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Cabbage | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Okra | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | May 27 – Jun 10 | May 27 – Jun 10 | — |
| Basil | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 1 – May 13 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 8 – Apr 15 | May 20 – May 27 | May 13 – May 27 | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 8 – Apr 15 | — | May 13 – May 27 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 8 – Apr 15 | — | May 13 – May 27 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 8 – Apr 15 | May 20 – Jun 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 15 – May 13 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 15 – May 13 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 22 – May 20 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 22 – May 13 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 13 – Jun 3 | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 13 – May 27 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 20 – Jun 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 21 – Oct 26 |
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 Devils Lake Kdlr, ND weather station, 28 km away (elevation 1,463 ft (446 m)).
Frost dates near Warwick
- Tokio May 6 · Oct 5
- Saint Michael May 6 · Oct 5
- Tolna May 12 · Sep 28
- Crary May 6 · Oct 5
- New Rockford May 12 · Sep 28
- Fort Totten May 12 · Sep 30
- Lakota May 11 · Sep 28
- Devils Lake May 6 · Oct 5
- Sheyenne May 12 · Sep 29
- Pekin May 12 · Sep 28
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Warwick, ND?
The median last spring frost in Warwick, ND is May 6. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Warwick, ND?
The median first fall frost is October 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 26.
How long is the growing season in Warwick, ND?
About 152 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Warwick, ND?
Warwick, ND is in USDA hardiness zone 4a.