Hurley, NM frost dates
Last spring frostApr 4median date
First fall frostNov 8median date
Growing season218 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Hurley compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Hurley falls between March 14 and April 22, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 23 and November 24.
- The median last frost is 29 days earlier than the New Mexico median of May 3.
- Its 218-day growing season is longer than 84% of the 349 New Mexico places with a regular frost season (state median 164 days).
- The last frost is 6 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 92 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 14 |
| 50% (median) | April 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 23 |
| 50% (median) | November 8 |
| 90% (late) | November 24 |
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 Hurley, NM
Hurley, NM frost dates — last frost Apr 4, first frost Nov 8, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 18
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 18 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 9
Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 29
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Hurley, NM
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Mar 7 – Apr 11 | Sep 13 – Oct 11 |
| Kale | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Broccoli | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Cabbage | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Okra | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Basil | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 11 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 11 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 25 – Nov 29 |
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 Ft Bayard, NM weather station, 16 km away (elevation 6,099 ft (1,859 m)).
Frost dates near Hurley
- Bayard Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Silver City Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Santa Clara Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Faywood Apr 21 · Oct 31
- Arenas Valley Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Tyrone Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Fort Bayard Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Pinos Altos Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Hanover Apr 4 · Nov 8
- Mimbres Apr 4 · Nov 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Hurley, NM?
The median last spring frost in Hurley, NM is April 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Hurley, NM?
The median first fall frost is November 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 23.
How long is the growing season in Hurley, NM?
About 218 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Hurley, NM?
Hurley, NM is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.