Ely, NV frost dates
Last spring frostJun 12median date
First fall frostSep 13median date
Growing season93 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5aZone 5a
How Ely compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Ely falls between May 29 and June 28, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between August 31 and September 26.
- The median last frost is 32 days later than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 93-day growing season is among the shortest of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 40 days later than the zone 5a median of May 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 5a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 215 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 29 |
| 50% (median) | June 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | August 31 |
| 50% (median) | September 13 |
| 90% (late) | September 26 |
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 Ely, NV
Ely, NV frost dates — last frost Jun 12, first frost Sep 13, zone 5a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: Jun 26 to Jul 10
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: Jun 26 to Jul 10
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Sow outdoors: May 15 to May 29Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 26
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5
Start indoors: Apr 17 to May 1Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12
Start indoors: May 1 to May 15Transplant outside: Jul 3 to Jul 17Sow outdoors: Jul 3 to Jul 17
Start indoors: May 1 to May 15Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 22
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 22Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: May 8 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: May 15 to May 22Transplant outside: Jun 26 to Jul 3Sow outdoors: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: May 15 to May 22Sow outdoors: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: May 15 to May 22Sow outdoors: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: May 15 to May 22Transplant outside: Jun 26 to Jul 10
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 19
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 5 to Jul 19
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 12
Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 26
Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 19 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: Jun 19 to Jul 10
Sow outdoors: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Transplant outside: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Oct 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Ely, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | May 15 – May 29 | — | — |
| Peppers | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 17 – May 1 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 17 – May 1 | May 22 – Jun 5 | May 15 – Jun 19 | Jul 19 – Aug 16 |
| Kale | Apr 17 – May 1 | May 15 – May 29 | May 15 – May 29 | Jul 5 – Jul 26 |
| Broccoli | Apr 17 – May 1 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 17 – May 1 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 17 – May 1 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Okra | May 1 – May 15 | Jul 3 – Jul 17 | Jul 3 – Jul 17 | — |
| Basil | May 1 – May 15 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | — |
| Spinach | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 8 – Jun 19 | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Cucumbers | May 15 – May 22 | Jun 26 – Jul 3 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 15 – May 22 | — | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 93 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 15 – May 22 | — | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon Warning: Your frost-free season is about 93 days, which is tight for melons & watermelon (85+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 15 – May 22 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 22 – Jun 19 | — |
| Beets | — | — | May 22 – Jun 19 | Jul 5 – Jul 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 22 – Jun 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 29 – Jun 26 | — |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 29 – Jun 19 | Jul 19 – Aug 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 19 – Jul 10 | — |
| Sweet Corn Warning: Your frost-free season is about 93 days, which is tight for sweet corn (80+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | — | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 93 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 26 – Jul 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Aug 30 – Oct 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 Ely Yelland Fld Ap, NV weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 6,263 ft (1,909 m)).
Frost dates near Ely
- Ruth frost any month
- Mc Gill May 28 · Sep 24
- Lund Jun 5 · Sep 18
- Baker May 27 · Oct 2
- Duckwater Jun 9 · Sep 21
- Eureka Jun 7 · Sep 17
- Ruby Valley May 27 · Sep 23
- Pioche May 2 · Oct 17
- Lamoille frost any month
- Panaca May 15 · Oct 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Ely, NV?
The median last spring frost in Ely, NV is June 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 28, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Ely, NV?
The median first fall frost is September 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before August 31.
How long is the growing season in Ely, NV?
About 93 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Ely, NV?
Ely, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 5a.