Nellis Afb, NV frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 18 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Nellis Afb compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Nellis Afb fall between December 8 and February 1. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 23, or the last frost as late as February 24.
- Nellis Afb shares its weather station with North Las Vegas, NV, 11 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 2 |
| 50% (median) | February 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 23 |
| 50% (median) | December 8 |
| 90% (late) | December 27 |
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 Nellis Afb, NV
Nellis Afb, NV frost dates — last frost Feb 1, first frost Dec 8, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
When to plant vegetables in Nellis Afb, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 9 – Nov 23 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Jan 4 – Feb 8 | Oct 13 – Nov 10 |
| Kale | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Broccoli | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Cabbage | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Okra | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Basil | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 28 – Feb 8 | Oct 27 – Nov 17 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 8 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 24 – Dec 29 |
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 N Las Vegas, NV weather station, 8 km away (elevation 1,900 ft (579 m)).
Frost dates near Nellis Afb
- North Las Vegas Feb 1 · Dec 8
- Coyote Springs Feb 1 · Dec 8
- The Lakes (Clark) Jan 24 · Dec 10
- Las Vegas Jan 24 · Dec 10
- The Lakes Jan 31 · Dec 11
- Henderson Jan 20 · Dec 15
- Boulder City Jan 21 · Dec 17
- The Lakes (Clark) Jan 21 · Dec 17
- Sloan Feb 4 · Dec 5
- Blue Diamond Mar 13 · Nov 15
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Nellis Afb, NV?
The median last spring frost in Nellis Afb, NV is February 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Nellis Afb, NV?
The median first fall frost is December 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 23.
How long is the growing season in Nellis Afb, NV?
About 310 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Nellis Afb, NV?
Nellis Afb, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.