Laughlin, NV frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 3 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Laughlin compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Laughlin fall between December 24 and January 5. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 3, or the last frost as late as February 13.
- Compared with Lake Havasu City, AZ, 82 km away, the last frost here is the same as there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 11 |
| 50% (median) | January 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 3 |
| 50% (median) | December 24 |
| 90% (late) | February 1 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Gardening where frost is rare
Laughlin, NV only freezes on a few winter nights, so the usual "plant after the last frost" rule doesn't apply. Heat and rainfall decide the seasons instead:
- Cool-season crops (lettuce, broccoli, peas, carrots) grow best from fall through late winter.
- Warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash) do best planted in late winter to spring, and again in late summer for a fall crop — midsummer heat can stop tomatoes setting fruit.
- Heat lovers (okra, sweet potatoes, melons) can be planted through spring and early summer.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Laughlin, NV weather station, 10 km away (elevation 604 ft (184 m)).
ZIP codes in Laughlin: 89028 89029
Frost dates near Laughlin
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- Henderson Jan 20 · Dec 15
- Sloan Feb 4 · Dec 5
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- Blue Diamond Mar 13 · Nov 15
- The Lakes (Clark) Jan 24 · Dec 10
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Laughlin, NV?
The median last spring frost in Laughlin, NV is January 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Laughlin, NV?
The median first fall frost is December 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 3.
How long is the growing season in Laughlin, NV?
About 353 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Laughlin, NV?
Laughlin, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.