Lovington, NM frost dates
Last spring frostMar 28median date
First fall frostNov 13median date
Growing season230 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Lovington compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Lovington falls between March 5 and April 15, a 41-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 30 and November 28.
- The median last frost is 36 days earlier than the New Mexico median of May 3.
- Its 230-day growing season is longer than 93% of the 349 New Mexico places with a regular frost season (state median 164 days).
- The last frost is 8 days earlier 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 64 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 5 |
| 50% (median) | March 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 30 |
| 50% (median) | November 13 |
| 90% (late) | November 28 |
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 Lovington, NM
Lovington, NM frost dates — last frost Mar 28, first frost Nov 13, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 18Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Transplant outside: Apr 11 to May 2
Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Dec 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Lovington, NM
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Feb 28 – Apr 4 | Sep 18 – Oct 16 |
| Kale | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Broccoli | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cabbage | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Okra | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Apr 18 – May 2 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — |
| Basil | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 21 – Apr 4 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 28 – Mar 7 | Apr 11 – Apr 18 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 28 – Mar 7 | — | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 28 – Mar 7 | — | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 28 – Mar 7 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 11 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 30 – Dec 4 |
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 Hobbs 13w, NM weather station, 27 km away (elevation 3,835 ft (1,169 m)).
Frost dates near Lovington
- Mcdonald Apr 19 · Oct 26
- Hobbs Mar 28 · Nov 10
- Tatum Apr 19 · Oct 26
- Maljamar Mar 28 · Nov 13
- Monument Mar 28 · Nov 13
- Caprock Apr 14 · Oct 28
- Eunice Mar 28 · Nov 10
- Loco Hills Apr 11 · Oct 29
- Crossroads Apr 19 · Oct 26
- Milnesand Apr 19 · Oct 26
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Lovington, NM?
The median last spring frost in Lovington, NM is March 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Lovington, NM?
The median first fall frost is November 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 30.
How long is the growing season in Lovington, NM?
About 230 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Lovington, NM?
Lovington, NM is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.