Fredonia, NY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 25median date
First fall frostNov 1median date
Growing season190 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Fredonia compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Fredonia 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 typical for zone 6b, where the median is Apr 22.
- The weather station records an average of 113 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Buffalo, NY, 63 km away, the last frost here is 1 day later than there and the growing season is 5 days longer.
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 Fredonia, NY
Fredonia, NY frost dates — last frost Apr 25, first frost Nov 1, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to May 2Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Oct 4
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 16 to May 30Sow outdoors: May 16 to May 30
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to May 2Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Transplant outside: May 9 to May 16Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 2Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 23Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16
Transplant outside: May 9 to May 30
Plant for fall: Oct 18 to Nov 22
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Fredonia, 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, 3 km away (elevation 761 ft (232 m)).
Frost dates near Fredonia
- Dunkirk Apr 30 · Oct 23
- Van Buren Point Apr 30 · Oct 23
- Lily Dale Apr 25 · Nov 1
- Brocton Apr 25 · Oct 31
- Cassadaga Apr 25 · Nov 1
- Sheridan May 5 · Oct 20
- Portland Apr 25 · Oct 31
- Stockton Apr 25 · Oct 31
- Forestville May 5 · Oct 20
- Silver Creek May 5 · Oct 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fredonia, NY?
The median last spring frost in Fredonia, 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 Fredonia, 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 Fredonia, NY?
About 190 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Fredonia, NY?
Fredonia, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.