Chappell, NE frost dates
Last spring frostMay 8median date
First fall frostOct 5median date
Growing season150 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5bZone 5b
How Chappell compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Chappell falls between April 24 and May 21, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 20 and October 16.
- The median last frost is 9 days later than the Nebraska median of Apr 29.
- Its 150-day growing season is longer than 13% of the 528 Nebraska places with a regular frost season (state median 165 days).
- The last frost is 7 days later than the zone 5b median of May 1. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 5b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 168 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 24 |
| 50% (median) | May 8 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 21 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 20 |
| 50% (median) | October 5 |
| 90% (late) | October 16 |
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 Chappell, NE
Chappell, NE frost dates — last frost May 8, first frost Oct 5, zone 5b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Sep 7
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8Plant for fall: Jun 29 to Jul 20
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1Plant for fall: Jun 29 to Jul 20
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8Plant for fall: Jun 29 to Jul 20
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 12
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Aug 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 14
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 22 to May 29Sow outdoors: May 15 to May 29Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 3
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: May 15 to May 29Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 10
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: May 15 to May 29
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 15Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Jul 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 15Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 10
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 22Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 10
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 3
Sow outdoors: May 15 to May 29
Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 12
Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 26
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Chappell, NE
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 15 – May 29 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 17 – May 1 | Apr 10 – May 15 | Aug 10 – Sep 7 |
| Kale | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Broccoli | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Cabbage | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Okra | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 29 – Jun 12 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — |
| Basil | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 15 – May 29 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 3 – May 15 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | May 22 – May 29 | May 15 – May 29 | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | — | May 15 – May 29 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | — | May 15 – May 29 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 17 – May 15 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 17 – May 15 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 24 – May 22 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 15 – Jun 5 | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 15 – May 29 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 22 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| 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 Chappell, NE weather station, 2 km away (elevation 3,711 ft (1,131 m)).
Frost dates near Chappell
- Lodgepole May 9 · Oct 4
- Big Springs May 10 · Oct 3
- Oshkosh May 9 · Oct 2
- Lewellen May 9 · Oct 2
- Brule May 10 · Oct 3
- Sidney May 8 · Oct 4
- Lisco May 7 · Oct 9
- Gurley May 8 · Oct 4
- Venango May 10 · Oct 3
- Dalton Apr 28 · Oct 13
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Chappell, NE?
The median last spring frost in Chappell, NE is May 8. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 21, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Chappell, NE?
The median first fall frost is October 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 20.
How long is the growing season in Chappell, NE?
About 150 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Chappell, NE?
Chappell, NE is in USDA hardiness zone 5b.