Aragon, NM frost dates
Last spring frostMay 30median date
First fall frostOct 3median date
Growing season126 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Aragon compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Aragon falls between May 14 and June 12, a 29-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 22 and October 14.
- The median last frost is 27 days later than the New Mexico median of May 3.
- Its 126-day growing season is longer than 16% of the 349 New Mexico places with a regular frost season (state median 164 days).
- The last frost is 31 days later 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 194 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 14 |
| 50% (median) | May 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 12 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 22 |
| 50% (median) | October 3 |
| 90% (late) | October 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 Aragon, NM
Aragon, NM frost dates — last frost May 30, first frost Oct 3, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: Jun 13 to Jun 27
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Transplant outside: Jun 13 to Jun 27
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23Sow outdoors: May 2 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: May 16 to May 30Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Transplant outside: May 16 to May 30Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Apr 18 to May 2Transplant outside: Jun 20 to Jul 4Sow outdoors: Jun 20 to Jul 4
Start indoors: Apr 18 to May 2Transplant outside: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 9Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Start indoors: May 2 to May 9Transplant outside: Jun 13 to Jun 20Sow outdoors: Jun 6 to Jun 20Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Start indoors: May 2 to May 9Sow outdoors: Jun 6 to Jun 20Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Start indoors: May 2 to May 9Sow outdoors: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Start indoors: May 2 to May 9Transplant outside: Jun 13 to Jun 27
Sow outdoors: May 9 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Jul 25
Sow outdoors: May 9 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: May 9 to May 30
Sow outdoors: May 16 to Jun 13Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: May 16 to Jun 6Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Jun 6 to Jun 27Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: Jun 6 to Jun 20
Transplant outside: Jun 13 to Jul 4
Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Aragon, NM
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Jun 13 – Jun 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Jun 13 – Jun 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | May 9 – May 23 | May 2 – Jun 6 | Aug 8 – Sep 5 |
| Kale | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | May 2 – May 16 | May 2 – May 16 | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Broccoli | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | May 16 – May 30 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cabbage | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | May 9 – May 23 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | May 16 – May 30 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Okra | Apr 18 – May 2 | Jun 20 – Jul 4 | Jun 20 – Jul 4 | — |
| Basil | Apr 18 – May 2 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 25 – Jun 6 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Cucumbers | May 2 – May 9 | Jun 13 – Jun 20 | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 2 – May 9 | — | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | May 2 – May 9 | — | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 2 – May 9 | Jun 13 – Jun 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 9 – Jun 6 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| Beets | — | — | May 9 – Jun 6 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 9 – May 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 16 – Jun 13 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 16 – Jun 6 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 6 – Jun 27 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 6 – Jun 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 13 – Jul 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 19 – Oct 24 |
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 Reserve Rs, NM weather station, 28 km away (elevation 5,846 ft (1,782 m)).
Frost dates near Aragon
- Reserve May 30 · Oct 3
- Luna Jun 17 · Sep 21
- Quemado Jun 1 · Sep 29
- Pie Town Jun 1 · Sep 29
- Datil May 19 · Oct 4
- Glenwood May 6 · Oct 18
- Buckhorn May 9 · Oct 15
- Mule Creek May 6 · Oct 18
- Fence Lake May 31 · Oct 1
- Gila May 9 · Oct 15
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Aragon, NM?
The median last spring frost in Aragon, NM is May 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 12, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Aragon, NM?
The median first fall frost is October 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 22.
How long is the growing season in Aragon, NM?
About 126 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Aragon, NM?
Aragon, NM is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.