Glenbrook, NV frost dates
Last spring frostJun 5median date
First fall frostOct 9median date
Growing season126 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Glenbrook compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Glenbrook falls between May 12 and June 22, a 41-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 24 and October 28.
- The median last frost is 25 days later than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 126-day growing season is longer than 27% of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season (state median 149 days).
- The last frost is 50 days later than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 153 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Carson City, NV, 19 km away, the last frost here is 32 days later than there and the growing season is 29 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 12 |
| 50% (median) | June 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 24 |
| 50% (median) | October 9 |
| 90% (late) | October 28 |
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 Glenbrook, NV
Glenbrook, NV frost dates — last frost Jun 5, first frost Oct 9, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Sow outdoors: May 8 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22Sow outdoors: May 8 to May 22Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 3 to Jul 24
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Plant for fall: Jul 3 to Jul 24
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 3 to Jul 24
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 8Transplant outside: Jun 26 to Jul 10Sow outdoors: Jun 26 to Jul 10
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 8Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 15Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: May 1 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jun 26Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Start indoors: May 8 to May 15Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 3
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Jul 31
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: May 15 to Jun 5
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jul 3Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Transplant outside: Jun 19 to Jul 10
Plant for fall: Sep 25 to Oct 30
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Glenbrook, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 15 – May 29 | May 8 – Jun 12 | Aug 14 – Sep 11 |
| Kale | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 8 – May 22 | May 8 – May 22 | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Broccoli | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | Jul 3 – Jul 24 |
| Cabbage | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 15 – May 29 | — | Jul 3 – Jul 24 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | Jul 3 – Jul 24 |
| Okra | Apr 24 – May 8 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 | Jun 26 – Jul 10 | — |
| Basil | Apr 24 – May 8 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 1 – Jun 12 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Cucumbers | May 8 – May 15 | Jun 19 – Jun 26 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 8 – May 15 | — | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | May 8 – May 15 | — | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 8 – May 15 | Jun 19 – Jul 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 15 – Jun 12 | Jul 17 – Jul 31 |
| Beets | — | — | May 15 – Jun 12 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 15 – Jun 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 22 – Jun 19 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 22 – Jun 12 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 12 – Jul 3 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 19 – Jul 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 25 – Oct 30 |
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 Glenbrook, NV weather station, 3 km away (elevation 6,352 ft (1,936 m)).
Frost dates near Glenbrook
- Zephyr Cove Jun 7 · Sep 28
- Stateline Jun 7 · Sep 28
- Genoa Jun 7 · Sep 28
- Minden May 30 · Sep 26
- Carson City May 4 · Oct 6
- Crystal Bay May 17 · Oct 13
- Incline Village May 17 · Oct 13
- Washoe Valley May 17 · Oct 13
- Gardnerville May 30 · Sep 26
- Silver City May 12 · Oct 17
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Glenbrook, NV?
The median last spring frost in Glenbrook, NV is June 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Glenbrook, NV?
The median first fall frost is October 9, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 24.
How long is the growing season in Glenbrook, NV?
About 126 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Glenbrook, NV?
Glenbrook, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.