Breezy Point, NY frost dates
How Breezy Point compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Breezy Point falls between March 16 and April 12, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 6 and December 5.
- The median last frost is 32 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 232-day growing season is among the longest of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 4 days earlier than the zone 7b median of Apr 5. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 66 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Breezy Point shares its weather station with Brooklyn, NY, 11 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 16 |
| 50% (median) | April 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 12 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 6 |
| 50% (median) | November 19 |
| 90% (late) | December 5 |
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 Breezy Point, NY
Breezy Point, NY frost dates — last frost Apr 1, first frost Nov 19, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Breezy Point, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Mar 4 – Apr 8 | Sep 24 – Oct 22 |
| Kale | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Broccoli | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Cabbage | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Okra | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Basil | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 25 – Apr 8 | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 22 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 15 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 5 – Dec 10 |
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 Ny Ave V Brooklyn, NY weather station, 7 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
Frost dates near Breezy Point
- Rockaway Park Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Arverne Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Far Rockaway Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Brooklyn Apr 1 · Nov 19
- Howard Beach Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Ozone Park Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Jamaica Apr 2 · Nov 14
- South Ozone Park Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Inwood Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Woodhaven Mar 26 · Nov 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Breezy Point, NY?
The median last spring frost in Breezy Point, NY is April 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 12, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Breezy Point, NY?
The median first fall frost is November 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 6.
How long is the growing season in Breezy Point, NY?
About 232 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Breezy Point, NY?
Breezy Point, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.