Murray, NE frost dates
Last spring frostApr 23median date
First fall frostOct 11median date
Growing season171 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Murray compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Murray falls between April 9 and May 6, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 27 and October 25.
- The median last frost is 6 days earlier than the Nebraska median of Apr 29.
- Its 171-day growing season is longer than 66% of the 528 Nebraska places with a regular frost season (state median 165 days).
- The last frost is 6 days earlier than the zone 6a median of Apr 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 146 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Bellevue, NE, 25 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there and the growing season is 14 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 9 |
| 50% (median) | April 23 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 27 |
| 50% (median) | October 11 |
| 90% (late) | October 25 |
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 Murray, NE
Murray, NE frost dates — last frost Apr 23, first frost Oct 11, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28Sow outdoors: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 7 to May 14Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 9
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 21Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14
Transplant outside: May 7 to May 28
Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Nov 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Murray, NE
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Mar 26 – Apr 30 | Aug 16 – Sep 13 |
| Kale | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Broccoli | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Cabbage | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Okra | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | May 14 – May 28 | May 14 – May 28 | — |
| Basil | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 30 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 14 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 30 – May 21 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 7 – May 28 | — | — |
| 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 Glenwood 3sw, IA weather station, 16 km away (elevation 981 ft (299 m)).
Frost dates near Murray
- Plattsmouth Apr 17 · Oct 19
- Union Apr 18 · Oct 19
- Nehawka Apr 23 · Oct 16
- Avoca Apr 23 · Oct 16
- Weeping Water Apr 23 · Oct 16
- Cedar Creek Apr 17 · Oct 19
- Manley Apr 23 · Oct 16
- St Columbans Apr 17 · Oct 19
- Louisville Apr 23 · Oct 16
- Bellevue Apr 17 · Oct 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Murray, NE?
The median last spring frost in Murray, NE is April 23. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Murray, NE?
The median first fall frost is October 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 27.
How long is the growing season in Murray, NE?
About 171 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Murray, NE?
Murray, NE is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.