Duckwater, NV frost dates
Last spring frostJun 9median date
First fall frostSep 21median date
Growing season104 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Duckwater compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Duckwater falls between May 23 and June 25, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 5 and October 4.
- The median last frost is 29 days later than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 104-day growing season is longer than 10% of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season (state median 149 days).
- The last frost is 41 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 211 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 23 |
| 50% (median) | June 9 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 5 |
| 50% (median) | September 21 |
| 90% (late) | October 4 |
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 Duckwater, NV
Duckwater, NV frost dates — last frost Jun 9, first frost Sep 21, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 14Transplant outside: Jun 23 to Jul 7
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 14Transplant outside: Jun 23 to Jul 7
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Transplant outside: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2Sow outdoors: May 12 to Jun 16Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 24
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Aug 3
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Apr 28 to May 12Transplant outside: Jun 30 to Jul 14Sow outdoors: Jun 30 to Jul 14
Start indoors: Apr 28 to May 12Transplant outside: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 19Plant for fall: Jun 29 to Jul 20
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 19Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Sow outdoors: May 5 to Jun 16Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Start indoors: May 12 to May 19Transplant outside: Jun 23 to Jun 30Sow outdoors: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Start indoors: May 12 to May 19Sow outdoors: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Start indoors: May 12 to May 19Sow outdoors: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Start indoors: May 12 to May 19Transplant outside: Jun 23 to Jul 7
Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 16
Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 16Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Jul 27
Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 9
Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 23Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Jul 27
Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 16Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Sow outdoors: Jun 16 to Jul 7
Sow outdoors: Jun 16 to Jun 30
Transplant outside: Jun 23 to Jul 14
Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Oct 12
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Duckwater, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Jun 23 – Jul 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Jun 23 – Jul 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | May 19 – Jun 2 | May 12 – Jun 16 | Jul 27 – Aug 24 |
| Kale | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | May 12 – May 26 | May 12 – May 26 | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Broccoli | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Okra | Apr 28 – May 12 | Jun 30 – Jul 14 | Jun 30 – Jul 14 | — |
| Basil | Apr 28 – May 12 | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 5 – Jun 16 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Cucumbers | May 12 – May 19 | Jun 23 – Jun 30 | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 12 – May 19 | — | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 104 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 12 – May 19 | — | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 12 – May 19 | Jun 23 – Jul 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 19 – Jun 16 | — |
| Beets | — | — | May 19 – Jun 16 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 19 – Jun 9 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 26 – Jun 23 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 26 – Jun 16 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 16 – Jul 7 | — |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 16 – Jun 30 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 104 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 23 – Jul 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 7 – Oct 12 |
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 Snowball Rch, NV weather station, 44 km away (elevation 7,159 ft (2,182 m)). That is far enough away that your dates may differ, especially if your elevation is different.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Duckwater, NV?
The median last spring frost in Duckwater, NV is June 9. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Duckwater, NV?
The median first fall frost is September 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 5.
How long is the growing season in Duckwater, NV?
About 104 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Duckwater, NV?
Duckwater, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.