Sloan, NV frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 4median date
First fall frostDec 5median date
Growing season304 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 19 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Sloan compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Sloan fall between December 5 and February 4. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 19, or the last frost as late as February 27.
- Compared with Henderson, NV, 18 km away, the last frost here is 15 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 10 |
| 50% (median) | February 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 19 |
| 50% (median) | December 5 |
| 90% (late) | December 23 |
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 Sloan, NV
Sloan, NV frost dates — last frost Feb 4, first frost Dec 5, 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.
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Start indoors: Nov 12 to Nov 26Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21
Start indoors: Nov 26 to Dec 10Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Nov 26 to Dec 10Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Nov 7
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Jan 21Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 21 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 21 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11
Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 11Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 14
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Feb 25Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 10
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 21 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Jan 21 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 11
Plant for fall: Nov 21 to Dec 26
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Sloan, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 12 – Nov 26 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Jan 7 – Feb 11 | Oct 10 – Nov 7 |
| Kale | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Broccoli | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Cabbage | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Okra | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — |
| Basil | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 31 – Feb 11 | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Sep 19 – Oct 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 18 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Sep 19 – Oct 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 21 – Dec 26 |
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 Las Vegas Wfo, NV weather station, 13 km away (elevation 2,274 ft (693 m)).
Frost dates near Sloan
- Henderson Jan 20 · Dec 15
- The Lakes (Clark) Jan 21 · Dec 17
- Blue Diamond Mar 13 · Nov 15
- Las Vegas Jan 24 · Dec 10
- Boulder City Jan 21 · Dec 17
- The Lakes (Clark) Jan 24 · Dec 10
- Jean Mar 17 · Nov 20
- Coyote Springs Feb 1 · Dec 8
- North Las Vegas Feb 1 · Dec 8
- Nellis Afb Feb 1 · Dec 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Sloan, NV?
The median last spring frost in Sloan, NV is February 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Sloan, NV?
The median first fall frost is December 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 19.
How long is the growing season in Sloan, NV?
About 304 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Sloan, NV?
Sloan, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.