Wells, NV frost dates
Last spring frostJun 10median date
First fall frostSep 16median date
Growing season98 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5bZone 5b
How Wells compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Wells falls between May 24 and June 26, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 1 and October 1.
- The median last frost is 30 days later than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 98-day growing season is among the shortest of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 40 days later than the zone 5b median of May 1. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 5b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 205 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 24 |
| 50% (median) | June 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 1 |
| 50% (median) | September 16 |
| 90% (late) | October 1 |
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 Wells, NV
Wells, NV frost dates — last frost Jun 10, first frost Sep 16, zone 5b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: Jun 24 to Jul 8
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Transplant outside: Jun 24 to Jul 8
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: Jun 17 to Jul 1
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: May 20 to Jun 3Sow outdoors: May 13 to Jun 17Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27Sow outdoors: May 13 to May 27Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 29
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: May 27 to Jun 10
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: May 20 to Jun 3
Start indoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29Transplant outside: May 27 to Jun 10
Start indoors: Apr 29 to May 13Transplant outside: Jul 1 to Jul 15Sow outdoors: Jul 1 to Jul 15
Start indoors: Apr 29 to May 13Transplant outside: Jun 17 to Jul 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 20
Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 20Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: May 6 to Jun 17Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: May 13 to May 20Transplant outside: Jun 24 to Jul 1Sow outdoors: Jun 17 to Jul 1
Start indoors: May 13 to May 20Sow outdoors: Jun 17 to Jul 1
Start indoors: May 13 to May 20Sow outdoors: Jun 17 to Jul 1
Start indoors: May 13 to May 20Transplant outside: Jun 24 to Jul 8
Sow outdoors: May 20 to Jun 17
Sow outdoors: May 20 to Jun 17Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 22
Sow outdoors: May 20 to Jun 10
Sow outdoors: May 27 to Jun 24
Sow outdoors: May 27 to Jun 17Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: Jun 17 to Jul 8
Sow outdoors: Jun 17 to Jul 1
Transplant outside: Jun 24 to Jul 15
Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Oct 7
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Wells, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | May 20 – Jun 3 | May 13 – Jun 17 | Jul 22 – Aug 19 |
| Kale | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | May 13 – May 27 | May 13 – May 27 | Jul 8 – Jul 29 |
| Broccoli | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | May 27 – Jun 10 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | May 20 – Jun 3 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | May 27 – Jun 10 | — | — |
| Okra | Apr 29 – May 13 | Jul 1 – Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Jul 15 | — |
| Basil | Apr 29 – May 13 | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | — |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 6 – Jun 17 | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Cucumbers | May 13 – May 20 | Jun 24 – Jul 1 | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 13 – May 20 | — | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | — |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 98 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 13 – May 20 | — | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon Warning: Your frost-free season is about 98 days, which is tight for melons & watermelon (85+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 13 – May 20 | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 20 – Jun 17 | — |
| Beets | — | — | May 20 – Jun 17 | Jul 8 – Jul 22 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 20 – Jun 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 27 – Jun 24 | — |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 27 – Jun 17 | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 17 – Jul 8 | — |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 17 – Jul 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 98 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 24 – Jul 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 2 – Oct 7 |
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 Wells, NV weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 5,699 ft (1,737 m)).
Frost dates near Wells
- Deeth frost any month
- Lamoille frost any month
- Spring Creek Jun 6 · Sep 16
- Montello Jun 1 · Sep 12
- Elko May 26 · Sep 23
- Ruby Valley May 27 · Sep 23
- West Wendover Apr 18 · Oct 23
- Jackpot frost any month
- Jarbidge Jun 9 · Sep 16
- Carlin May 29 · Sep 18
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Wells, NV?
The median last spring frost in Wells, NV is June 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Wells, NV?
The median first fall frost is September 16, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 1.
How long is the growing season in Wells, NV?
About 98 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Wells, NV?
Wells, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 5b.