Zuni, NM frost dates
Last spring frostMay 29median date
First fall frostOct 2median date
Growing season126 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Zuni compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Zuni falls between May 9 and June 13, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 21 and October 14.
- The median last frost is 26 days later than the New Mexico median of May 3.
- Its 126-day growing season is longer than 16% of the 349 New Mexico places with a regular frost season (state median 164 days).
- The last frost is 30 days later than the zone 6a median of Apr 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 194 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 9 |
| 50% (median) | May 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 21 |
| 50% (median) | October 2 |
| 90% (late) | October 14 |
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 Zuni, NM
Zuni, NM frost dates — last frost May 29, first frost Oct 2, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22Sow outdoors: May 1 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3Sow outdoors: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 8Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 8Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: May 1 to May 8Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 19Sow outdoors: Jun 5 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Jul 31
Start indoors: May 1 to May 8Sow outdoors: Jun 5 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Start indoors: May 1 to May 8Sow outdoors: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Start indoors: May 1 to May 8Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Sow outdoors: May 8 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 24
Sow outdoors: May 8 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Sow outdoors: May 8 to May 29
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Jun 5 to Jun 26Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Jul 31
Sow outdoors: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jul 3
Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 23
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Zuni, NM
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | May 1 – May 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | May 8 – May 22 | May 1 – Jun 5 | Aug 7 – Sep 4 |
| Kale | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | May 1 – May 15 | May 1 – May 15 | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Broccoli | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | May 15 – May 29 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Cabbage | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | May 8 – May 22 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | May 15 – May 29 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Okra | Apr 17 – May 1 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — |
| Basil | Apr 17 – May 1 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | Jul 10 – Jul 31 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 24 – Jun 5 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cucumbers | May 1 – May 8 | Jun 12 – Jun 19 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | Jul 17 – Jul 31 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 1 – May 8 | — | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | May 1 – May 8 | — | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 1 – May 8 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | Jul 10 – Jul 24 |
| Beets | — | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 8 – May 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 15 – Jun 12 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 15 – Jun 5 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 5 – Jun 26 | Jul 17 – Jul 31 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 12 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 18 – Oct 23 |
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 Zuni, NM weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 6,312 ft (1,924 m)).
Frost dates near Zuni
- Ramah Jun 3 · Sep 27
- Vanderwagen May 11 · Oct 7
- Pinehill Jun 3 · Sep 27
- Fence Lake May 31 · Oct 1
- Gallup May 31 · Sep 28
- Mentmore May 31 · Sep 28
- Rehoboth May 11 · Oct 7
- Church Rock May 11 · Oct 7
- Gamerco May 31 · Sep 28
- Fort Wingate May 11 · Oct 7
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Zuni, NM?
The median last spring frost in Zuni, NM is May 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Zuni, NM?
The median first fall frost is October 2, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 21.
How long is the growing season in Zuni, NM?
About 126 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Zuni, NM?
Zuni, NM is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.