Cedarhurst, NY frost dates
How Cedarhurst compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cedarhurst falls between March 20 and April 13, a 24-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 2 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 31 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 226-day growing season is longer than 97% of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season (state median 163 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7b, where the median is Apr 5.
- The weather station records an average of 74 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Hempstead, NY, 13 km away, the last frost here is the same as there and the growing season is 2 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 20 |
| 50% (median) | April 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 2 |
| 50% (median) | November 14 |
| 90% (late) | December 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 Cedarhurst, NY
Cedarhurst, NY frost dates — last frost Apr 2, first frost Nov 14, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Cedarhurst, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Mar 5 – Apr 9 | Sep 19 – Oct 17 |
| Kale | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Broccoli | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cabbage | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Okra | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Basil | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 26 – Apr 9 | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 31 – Dec 5 |
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 New York Jfk Intl Ap, NY weather station, 3 km away (elevation 10 ft (3 m)).
Frost dates near Cedarhurst
- Lawrence Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Woodmere Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Inwood Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Hewlett Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Atlantic Beach Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Rosedale Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Valley Stream Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Springfield Gardens Apr 2 · Nov 14
- East Rockaway Apr 7 · Nov 8
- Lynbrook Apr 7 · Nov 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cedarhurst, NY?
The median last spring frost in Cedarhurst, NY is April 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cedarhurst, NY?
The median first fall frost is November 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 2.
How long is the growing season in Cedarhurst, NY?
About 226 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cedarhurst, NY?
Cedarhurst, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.