Hachita, NM frost dates
Last spring frostApr 23median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season187 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Hachita compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Hachita falls between April 6 and May 9, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 13 and November 8.
- The median last frost is 10 days earlier than the New Mexico median of May 3.
- Its 187-day growing season is longer than 69% of the 349 New Mexico places with a regular frost season (state median 164 days).
- The last frost is 25 days later than the zone 8a median of Mar 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 96 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 6 |
| 50% (median) | April 23 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 13 |
| 50% (median) | October 27 |
| 90% (late) | November 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 Hachita, NM
Hachita, NM frost dates — last frost Apr 23, first frost Oct 27, zone 8a. 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: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
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: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 7 to May 14Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
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: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14
Transplant outside: May 7 to May 28
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Hachita, NM
| 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 | Sep 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| 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 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 30 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 14 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| 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 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 30 – May 21 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 7 – May 28 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 – Nov 17 |
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 Hachita 1w, NM weather station, 3 km away (elevation 4,465 ft (1,361 m)).
Frost dates near Hachita
- Playas Apr 2 · Nov 7
- Animas Apr 2 · Nov 7
- Lordsburg Apr 27 · Oct 25
- Columbus Mar 18 · Nov 11
- Rodeo May 3 · Oct 25
- Deming Apr 7 · Nov 3
- Faywood Apr 21 · Oct 31
- Hurley Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Tyrone Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Redrock Apr 30 · Oct 23
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Hachita, NM?
The median last spring frost in Hachita, NM is April 23. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Hachita, NM?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 13.
How long is the growing season in Hachita, NM?
About 187 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Hachita, NM?
Hachita, NM is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.