Cassadaga, NY frost dates
How Cassadaga compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cassadaga falls between April 12 and May 9, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 13 and November 16.
- The median last frost is 8 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 190-day growing season is longer than 84% of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season (state median 163 days).
- The last frost is 4 days earlier than the zone 6a median of Apr 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 113 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Erie, PA, 68 km away, the last frost here is 1 day earlier than there and the growing season is 2 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 12 |
| 50% (median) | April 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 13 |
| 50% (median) | November 1 |
| 90% (late) | November 16 |
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 Cassadaga, NY
Cassadaga, NY frost dates — last frost Apr 25, first frost Nov 1, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Cassadaga, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | May 9 – May 23 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | May 9 – May 23 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Mar 28 – May 2 | Sep 6 – Oct 4 |
| Kale | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Broccoli | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cabbage | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Okra | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | May 16 – May 30 | May 16 – May 30 | — |
| Basil | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 21 – May 2 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | May 9 – May 16 | May 2 – May 16 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | — | May 2 – May 16 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | — | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | May 9 – May 23 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 11 – May 9 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 2 – May 23 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 9 – May 30 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 18 – Nov 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 Fredonia, NY weather station, 11 km away (elevation 761 ft (232 m)).
Frost dates near Cassadaga
- Lily Dale Apr 25 · Nov 1
- Stockton Apr 25 · Oct 31
- Fredonia Apr 25 · Nov 1
- Sinclairville May 8 · Oct 13
- Brocton Apr 25 · Oct 31
- Portland Apr 25 · Oct 31
- Van Buren Point Apr 30 · Oct 23
- Cherry Creek May 3 · Oct 20
- Dunkirk Apr 30 · Oct 23
- Forestville May 5 · Oct 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cassadaga, NY?
The median last spring frost in Cassadaga, NY is April 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cassadaga, NY?
The median first fall frost is November 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 13.
How long is the growing season in Cassadaga, NY?
About 190 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cassadaga, NY?
Cassadaga, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.