Incline Village, NV frost dates
Last spring frostMay 17median date
First fall frostOct 13median date
Growing season149 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Incline Village compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Incline Village falls between April 30 and June 4, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 30 and October 30.
- The median last frost is 6 days later than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 149-day growing season is longer than 50% of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season (state median 149 days).
- The last frost is 31 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 151 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Carson City, NV, 19 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there and the growing season is 6 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 30 |
| 50% (median) | May 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 30 |
| 50% (median) | October 13 |
| 90% (late) | October 30 |
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 Incline Village, NV
Incline Village, NV frost dates — last frost May 17, first frost Oct 13, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 28
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 28
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 28
Start indoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Transplant outside: Jun 7 to Jun 21Sow outdoors: Jun 7 to Jun 21
Start indoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to May 24Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 7Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 24Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17
Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 31Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 11
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7
Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 21
Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Nov 3
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Incline Village, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 26 – May 10 | Apr 19 – May 24 | Aug 18 – Sep 15 |
| Kale | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Broccoli | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 3 – May 17 | — | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Cabbage | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 3 – May 17 | — | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Okra | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | — |
| Basil | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | May 31 – Jun 7 | May 24 – Jun 7 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Jul 21 – Aug 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 3 – May 31 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 3 – May 24 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 24 – Jun 14 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 31 – Jun 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 29 – Nov 3 |
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 Incline Village, NV weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 6,355 ft (1,937 m)).
ZIP codes in Incline Village: 89450 89451 89452
Frost dates near Incline Village
- Crystal Bay May 17 · Oct 13
- Washoe Valley May 17 · Oct 13
- Carson City May 4 · Oct 6
- Glenbrook Jun 5 · Oct 9
- Virginia City May 12 · Oct 17
- Zephyr Cove Jun 7 · Sep 28
- Silver City May 12 · Oct 17
- Genoa Jun 7 · Sep 28
- Verdi May 9 · Oct 17
- Reno Apr 28 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Incline Village, NV?
The median last spring frost in Incline Village, NV is May 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Incline Village, NV?
The median first fall frost is October 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 30.
How long is the growing season in Incline Village, NV?
About 149 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Incline Village, NV?
Incline Village, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.