Moorestown, NJ frost dates
Last spring frostApr 12median date
First fall frostNov 1median date
Growing season203 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Moorestown compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Moorestown falls between March 28 and May 3, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 17 and November 14.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the New Jersey median of Apr 16.
- Its 203-day growing season is longer than 65% of the 582 New Jersey places with a regular frost season (state median 194 days).
- The last frost is 7 days later than the zone 7b median of Apr 5. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 102 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Moorestown shares its weather station with Cherry Hill, NJ, 8 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 28 |
| 50% (median) | April 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 17 |
| 50% (median) | November 1 |
| 90% (late) | November 14 |
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 Moorestown, NJ
Moorestown, NJ frost dates — last frost Apr 12, first frost Nov 1, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
JFMAMJJASOND
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Oct 4
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 17
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 10Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 17
Plant for fall: Oct 18 to Nov 22
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Moorestown, NJ
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | Sep 6 – Oct 4 |
| Kale | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Broccoli | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cabbage | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Okra | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 3 – May 17 | May 3 – May 17 | — |
| Basil | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 19 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 18 – Nov 22 |
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 Moorestown, NJ weather station, 2 km away (elevation 46 ft (14 m)).
Frost dates near Moorestown
- Maple Shade Apr 12 · Nov 1
- Mount Laurel Apr 15 · Oct 28
- Riverton Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Riverside Apr 4 · Nov 7
- Palmyra Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Cherry Hill Apr 12 · Nov 1
- Merchantville Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Rancocas Apr 15 · Oct 29
- Willingboro Apr 15 · Oct 29
- Pennsauken Apr 15 · Oct 31
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Moorestown, NJ?
The median last spring frost in Moorestown, NJ is April 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 3, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Moorestown, NJ?
The median first fall frost is November 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 17.
How long is the growing season in Moorestown, NJ?
About 203 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Moorestown, NJ?
Moorestown, NJ is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.