Eureka, NV frost dates
Last spring frostJun 7median date
First fall frostSep 17median date
Growing season102 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5bZone 5b
How Eureka compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Eureka falls between May 22 and June 23, a 32-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 2 and October 1.
- The median last frost is 27 days later than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 102-day growing season is longer than 6% of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season (state median 149 days).
- The last frost is 37 days later than the zone 5b median of May 1. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 5b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 207 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 22 |
| 50% (median) | June 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 23 |
| 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 Eureka, NV
Eureka, NV frost dates — last frost Jun 7, first frost Sep 17, zone 5b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: May 10 to May 24
Start indoors: Mar 29 to Apr 12Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Mar 29 to Apr 12Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 5
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 17 to May 31Sow outdoors: May 10 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 10 to May 24Sow outdoors: May 10 to May 24Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 30
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 17 to May 31
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Apr 26 to May 10Transplant outside: Jun 28 to Jul 12Sow outdoors: Jun 28 to Jul 12
Start indoors: Apr 26 to May 10Transplant outside: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17Plant for fall: Jun 25 to Jul 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Sow outdoors: May 3 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jun 28Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Start indoors: May 10 to May 17Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 5
Sow outdoors: May 17 to Jun 14
Sow outdoors: May 17 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 23
Sow outdoors: May 17 to Jun 7
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 21Plant for fall: Jul 9 to Jul 23
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jul 5
Sow outdoors: Jun 14 to Jun 28
Transplant outside: Jun 21 to Jul 12
Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Oct 8
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Eureka, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | May 10 – May 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 17 – May 31 | May 10 – Jun 14 | Jul 23 – Aug 20 |
| Kale | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 10 – May 24 | May 10 – May 24 | Jul 9 – Jul 30 |
| Broccoli | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 17 – May 31 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Okra | Apr 26 – May 10 | Jun 28 – Jul 12 | Jun 28 – Jul 12 | — |
| Basil | Apr 26 – May 10 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 3 – Jun 14 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cucumbers | May 10 – May 17 | Jun 21 – Jun 28 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 10 – May 17 | — | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 102 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 10 – May 17 | — | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 10 – May 17 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 17 – Jun 14 | — |
| Beets | — | — | May 17 – Jun 14 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 17 – Jun 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 24 – Jun 21 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 24 – Jun 14 | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 | — |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 102 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 21 – Jul 12 | — | — |
| 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 Eureka Airport, NV weather station, 2 km away (elevation 5,935 ft (1,809 m)).
Frost dates near Eureka
- Duckwater Jun 9 · Sep 21
- Ruth frost any month
- Austin May 18 · Oct 7
- Ely Jun 12 · Sep 13
- Crescent Valley Jun 2 · Sep 17
- Mc Gill May 28 · Sep 24
- Ruby Valley May 27 · Sep 23
- Lund Jun 5 · Sep 18
- Carlin May 29 · Sep 18
- Spring Creek Jun 6 · Sep 16
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Eureka, NV?
The median last spring frost in Eureka, NV is June 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 23, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Eureka, 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 Eureka, NV?
About 102 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Eureka, NV?
Eureka, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 5b.