Mcgrew, NE frost dates
Last spring frostMay 5median date
First fall frostOct 11median date
Growing season159 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5aZone 5a
How Mcgrew compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Mcgrew falls between April 21 and May 16, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 28 and October 24.
- The median last frost is 6 days later than the Nebraska median of Apr 29.
- Its 159-day growing season is longer than 33% of the 528 Nebraska places with a regular frost season (state median 165 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 5a, where the median is May 3.
- The weather station records an average of 156 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 21 |
| 50% (median) | May 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 16 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 28 |
| 50% (median) | October 11 |
| 90% (late) | October 24 |
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 Mcgrew, NE
Mcgrew, NE frost dates — last frost May 5, first frost Oct 11, zone 5a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Transplant outside: May 19 to May 26Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 9
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: May 12 to Jun 2Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 9
Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Nov 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Mcgrew, NE
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Apr 7 – May 12 | Aug 16 – Sep 13 |
| Kale | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Broccoli | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Cabbage | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Okra | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 26 – Jun 9 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — |
| Basil | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 31 – May 12 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – May 26 | May 12 – May 26 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | — | May 12 – May 26 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | — | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 21 – May 19 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 12 – Jun 2 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 19 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 27 – Nov 1 |
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 Minatare Dam (Usbr), NE weather station, 20 km away (elevation 4,144 ft (1,263 m)).
Frost dates near Mcgrew
- Melbeta May 5 · Oct 4
- Bayard May 8 · Oct 3
- Minatare May 5 · Oct 11
- Gering May 8 · Oct 3
- Scottsbluff May 8 · Oct 3
- Bridgeport May 8 · Oct 3
- Angora May 8 · Oct 3
- Harrisburg May 24 · Sep 20
- Mitchell May 7 · Oct 2
- Morrill May 7 · Oct 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Mcgrew, NE?
The median last spring frost in Mcgrew, NE is May 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 16, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Mcgrew, NE?
The median first fall frost is October 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 28.
How long is the growing season in Mcgrew, NE?
About 159 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Mcgrew, NE?
Mcgrew, NE is in USDA hardiness zone 5a.