Gallina, NM frost dates
How Gallina compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Gallina falls between May 13 and June 12, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 15 and October 8.
- The median last frost is 25 days later than the New Mexico median of May 3.
- Its 122-day growing season is longer than 13% of the 349 New Mexico places with a regular frost season (state median 164 days).
- The last frost is 36 days later than the zone 6b median of Apr 22. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 196 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Santa Fe, NM, 106 km away, the last frost here is 14 days later than there and the growing season is 23 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 13 |
| 50% (median) | May 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 12 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 15 |
| 50% (median) | September 27 |
| 90% (late) | October 8 |
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 Gallina, NM
Gallina, NM frost dates — last frost May 28, first frost Sep 27, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Gallina, NM
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Jun 11 – Jun 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Jun 11 – Jun 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 7 – May 21 | Apr 30 – Jun 4 | Aug 2 – Aug 30 |
| Kale | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Broccoli | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 14 – May 28 | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 |
| Cabbage | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 7 – May 21 | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 14 – May 28 | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 |
| Okra | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jun 18 – Jul 2 | Jun 18 – Jul 2 | — |
| Basil | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 23 – Jun 4 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 30 – May 7 | Jun 11 – Jun 18 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 30 – May 7 | — | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 30 – May 7 | — | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 30 – May 7 | Jun 11 – Jun 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 7 – Jun 4 | Jul 5 – Jul 19 |
| Beets | — | — | May 7 – Jun 4 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 7 – May 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 14 – Jun 11 | Jul 19 – Aug 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 14 – Jun 4 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 4 – Jun 25 | Jul 12 – Jul 26 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 11 – Jul 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 13 – Oct 18 |
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 Lindrith 1 Wsw, NM weather station, 26 km away (elevation 7,221 ft (2,201 m)).
Frost dates near Gallina
- Regina May 28 · Sep 27
- Cebolla Jun 13 · Sep 18
- La Madera Jun 13 · Sep 18
- Youngsville Apr 29 · Oct 16
- Lindrith May 28 · Sep 27
- Coyote Jun 19 · Sep 13
- La Jara May 30 · Sep 28
- Canones Apr 29 · Oct 16
- Canjilon Apr 29 · Oct 16
- Tierra Amarilla Jun 11 · Sep 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Gallina, NM?
The median last spring frost in Gallina, NM is May 28. 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 Gallina, NM?
The median first fall frost is September 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 15.
How long is the growing season in Gallina, NM?
About 122 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Gallina, NM?
Gallina, NM is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.