Brantingham, NY frost dates
How Brantingham compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Brantingham falls between April 26 and May 23, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 19 and October 17.
- The median last frost is 5 days later than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 146-day growing season is longer than 18% of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season (state median 163 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 4b, where the median is May 8.
- The weather station records an average of 165 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Utica, NY, 66 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there and the growing season is 19 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 26 |
| 50% (median) | May 8 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 23 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 19 |
| 50% (median) | October 1 |
| 90% (late) | October 17 |
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 Brantingham, NY
Brantingham, NY frost dates — last frost May 8, first frost Oct 1, zone 4b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Brantingham, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 15 – May 29 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 17 – May 1 | Apr 10 – May 15 | Aug 6 – Sep 3 |
| Kale | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Broccoli | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Cabbage | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 16 |
| Okra | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 29 – Jun 12 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — |
| Basil | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 15 – May 29 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Jul 9 – Jul 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 3 – May 15 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | May 22 – May 29 | May 15 – May 29 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | — | May 15 – May 29 | Jul 23 – Aug 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | — | May 15 – May 29 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 10 – Apr 17 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 17 – May 15 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 17 – May 15 | Jul 23 – Aug 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 24 – May 22 | Jul 23 – Aug 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 15 – Jun 5 | Jul 16 – Jul 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 15 – May 29 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 22 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 17 – Oct 22 |
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 Lowville, NY weather station, 19 km away (elevation 863 ft (263 m)).
Frost dates near Brantingham
- Greig May 8 · Oct 1
- Glenfield May 8 · Oct 1
- Lyons Falls May 22 · Sep 26
- Turin May 22 · Sep 26
- Port Leyden May 10 · Oct 4
- Lowville May 8 · Oct 1
- Martinsburg May 8 · Oct 1
- Constableville May 22 · Sep 26
- Woodgate May 10 · Oct 4
- Thendara May 18 · Sep 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Brantingham, NY?
The median last spring frost in Brantingham, NY is May 8. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 23, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Brantingham, NY?
The median first fall frost is October 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 19.
How long is the growing season in Brantingham, NY?
About 146 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Brantingham, NY?
Brantingham, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 4b.