Tohatchi, NM frost dates
Last spring frostMay 11median date
First fall frostOct 7median date
Growing season149 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Tohatchi compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Tohatchi falls between April 30 and May 26, a 26-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 27 and October 20.
- The median last frost is 8 days later than the New Mexico median of May 3.
- Its 149-day growing season is longer than 38% 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 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 166 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 30 |
| 50% (median) | May 11 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 27 |
| 50% (median) | October 7 |
| 90% (late) | October 20 |
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 Tohatchi, NM
Tohatchi, NM frost dates — last frost May 11, first frost Oct 7, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Apr 13 to Apr 27
Start indoors: Mar 2 to Mar 16Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 8
Start indoors: Mar 2 to Mar 16Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 8
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: May 18 to Jun 1
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 13 to Apr 27Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11Plant for fall: Jul 1 to Jul 22
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4Plant for fall: Jul 1 to Jul 22
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11Plant for fall: Jul 1 to Jul 22
Start indoors: Mar 30 to Apr 13Transplant outside: Jun 1 to Jun 15Sow outdoors: Jun 1 to Jun 15
Start indoors: Mar 30 to Apr 13Transplant outside: May 18 to Jun 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Jul 15 to Aug 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 6 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 1Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 5
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1
Start indoors: Apr 13 to Apr 20Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 18Plant for fall: Jul 15 to Jul 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 18Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 25Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 8Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 5
Sow outdoors: May 18 to Jun 1
Transplant outside: May 25 to Jun 15
Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 28
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Tohatchi, NM
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | May 25 – Jun 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | May 25 – Jun 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | May 18 – Jun 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 20 – May 4 | Apr 13 – May 18 | Aug 12 – Sep 9 |
| Kale | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Broccoli | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Cabbage | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Okra | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | Jun 1 – Jun 15 | Jun 1 – Jun 15 | — |
| Basil | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | May 18 – Jun 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | Jul 15 – Aug 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 6 – May 18 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | May 25 – Jun 1 | May 18 – Jun 1 | Jul 22 – Aug 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | — | May 18 – Jun 1 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | — | May 18 – Jun 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | May 25 – Jun 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 20 – May 18 | Jul 15 – Jul 29 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 20 – May 18 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 20 – May 11 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 27 – May 25 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 27 – May 18 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 18 – Jun 8 | Jul 22 – Aug 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 18 – Jun 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 25 – Jun 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 23 – Oct 28 |
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 Gallup Sand & Gravel, NM weather station, 53 km away (elevation 6,578 ft (2,005 m)). That is far enough away that your dates may differ, especially if your elevation is different.
Frost dates near Tohatchi
- Sheep Springs May 3 · Oct 17
- Brimhall May 11 · Oct 7
- Mexican Springs May 29 · Sep 28
- Newcomb May 3 · Oct 17
- Navajo May 29 · Sep 28
- Gamerco May 31 · Sep 28
- Church Rock May 11 · Oct 7
- Sanostee May 3 · Oct 17
- Rehoboth May 11 · Oct 7
- Fort Wingate May 11 · Oct 7
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Tohatchi, NM?
The median last spring frost in Tohatchi, NM is May 11. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Tohatchi, NM?
The median first fall frost is October 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 27.
How long is the growing season in Tohatchi, NM?
About 149 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Tohatchi, NM?
Tohatchi, NM is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.