Meridale, NY frost dates
Last spring frostMay 17median date
First fall frostOct 3median date
Growing season139 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5aZone 5a
How Meridale compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Meridale falls between April 30 and May 30, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 20 and October 18.
- The median last frost is 14 days later than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 139-day growing season is longer than 9% of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season (state median 163 days).
- The last frost is 14 days later than the zone 5a median of May 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 5a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 167 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Utica, NY, 84 km away, the last frost here is 16 days later than there and the growing season is 26 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 30 |
| 50% (median) | May 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 30 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 20 |
| 50% (median) | October 3 |
| 90% (late) | October 18 |
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 Meridale, NY
Meridale, NY frost dates — last frost May 17, first frost Oct 3, zone 5a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Transplant outside: Jun 7 to Jun 21Sow outdoors: Jun 7 to Jun 21
Start indoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 7Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 24Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Jul 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 24Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17
Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 31Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7
Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 21
Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Meridale, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 26 – May 10 | Apr 19 – May 24 | Aug 8 – Sep 5 |
| Kale | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Broccoli | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 3 – May 17 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cabbage | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 3 – May 17 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Okra | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | — |
| Basil | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | May 31 – Jun 7 | May 24 – Jun 7 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 3 – May 31 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 3 – May 24 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 24 – Jun 14 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 31 – Jun 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 19 – Oct 24 |
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 Emmons, NY weather station, 11 km away (elevation 1,224 ft (373 m)).
Frost dates near Meridale
- East Meredith May 17 · Oct 3
- Treadwell May 17 · Oct 3
- West Davenport May 17 · Oct 3
- Delhi May 19 · Oct 1
- Davenport Center May 17 · Oct 3
- Oneonta May 17 · Oct 3
- Bloomville May 19 · Oct 1
- Colliersville May 17 · Oct 3
- Delancey May 11 · Oct 9
- Davenport May 17 · Oct 3
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Meridale, NY?
The median last spring frost in Meridale, NY is May 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 30, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Meridale, NY?
The median first fall frost is October 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 20.
How long is the growing season in Meridale, NY?
About 139 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Meridale, NY?
Meridale, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 5a.