Crescent Valley, NV frost dates
Last spring frostJun 2median date
First fall frostSep 17median date
Growing season107 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Crescent Valley compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Crescent Valley falls between May 13 and June 18, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 2 and October 1.
- The median last frost is 22 days later than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 107-day growing season is longer than 12% of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season (state median 149 days).
- The last frost is 34 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 188 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 13 |
| 50% (median) | June 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 18 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 2 |
| 50% (median) | September 17 |
| 90% (late) | October 1 |
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 Crescent Valley, NV
Crescent Valley, NV frost dates — last frost Jun 2, first frost Sep 17, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: Jun 9 to Jun 23
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26Sow outdoors: May 5 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 30
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Apr 21 to May 5Transplant outside: Jun 23 to Jul 7Sow outdoors: Jun 23 to Jul 7
Start indoors: Apr 21 to May 5Transplant outside: Jun 9 to Jun 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12Plant for fall: Jun 25 to Jul 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: May 5 to May 12Transplant outside: Jun 16 to Jun 23Sow outdoors: Jun 9 to Jun 23
Start indoors: May 5 to May 12Sow outdoors: Jun 9 to Jun 23Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 23
Start indoors: May 5 to May 12Sow outdoors: Jun 9 to Jun 23
Start indoors: May 5 to May 12Transplant outside: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Sow outdoors: May 12 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Jun 25 to Jul 9
Sow outdoors: May 12 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 23
Sow outdoors: May 12 to Jun 2
Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 16Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 23
Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 9Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Sow outdoors: Jun 9 to Jun 30
Sow outdoors: Jun 9 to Jun 23
Transplant outside: Jun 16 to Jul 7
Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Oct 8
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Crescent Valley, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | May 12 – May 26 | May 5 – Jun 9 | Jul 23 – Aug 20 |
| Kale | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | May 5 – May 19 | May 5 – May 19 | Jul 9 – Jul 30 |
| Broccoli | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Okra | Apr 21 – May 5 | Jun 23 – Jul 7 | Jun 23 – Jul 7 | — |
| Basil | Apr 21 – May 5 | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 28 – Jun 9 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cucumbers | May 5 – May 12 | Jun 16 – Jun 23 | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 5 – May 12 | — | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 107 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 5 – May 12 | — | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 5 – May 12 | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 12 – Jun 9 | Jun 25 – Jul 9 |
| Beets | — | — | May 12 – Jun 9 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 12 – Jun 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 19 – Jun 16 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 19 – Jun 9 | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 9 – Jun 30 | — |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 9 – Jun 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 107 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 16 – Jul 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 3 – Oct 8 |
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 Beowawe, NV weather station, 22 km away (elevation 4,701 ft (1,433 m)).
Frost dates near Crescent Valley
- Battle Mountain May 9 · Sep 29
- Carlin May 29 · Sep 18
- Valmy May 9 · Sep 29
- Elko May 26 · Sep 23
- Spring Creek Jun 6 · Sep 16
- Golconda May 16 · Oct 1
- Eureka Jun 7 · Sep 17
- Tuscarora Jun 4 · Sep 24
- Austin May 18 · Oct 7
- Lamoille frost any month
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Crescent Valley, NV?
The median last spring frost in Crescent Valley, NV is June 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 18, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Crescent Valley, NV?
The median first fall frost is September 17, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 2.
How long is the growing season in Crescent Valley, NV?
About 107 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Crescent Valley, NV?
Crescent Valley, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.