New Paltz, NY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 21median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season189 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How New Paltz compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in New Paltz falls between April 6 and May 5, a 29-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 12 and November 9.
- The median last frost is 12 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 189-day growing season is longer than 81% 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 121 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Danbury, CT, 70 km away, the last frost here is 1 day later than there and the growing season is 6 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 6 |
| 50% (median) | April 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 12 |
| 50% (median) | October 27 |
| 90% (late) | November 9 |
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 New Paltz, NY
New Paltz, NY frost dates — last frost Apr 21, first frost Oct 27, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 5 to May 12Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Transplant outside: May 5 to May 26
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in New Paltz, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Mar 24 – Apr 28 | Sep 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Okra | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | May 12 – May 26 | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Basil | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 10 – Mar 31 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 10 – Mar 31 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 28 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | May 5 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | — | Apr 28 – May 12 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | — | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 7 – Apr 28 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 5 – May 26 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 – Nov 17 |
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 Mohonk Lake, NY weather station, 5 km away (elevation 1,247 ft (380 m)).
Frost dates near New Paltz
- High Falls Apr 21 · Oct 27
- Clintondale Apr 21 · Oct 21
- Highland Apr 21 · Oct 21
- Tillson Apr 21 · Oct 27
- Modena Apr 29 · Oct 11
- Rosendale Apr 21 · Oct 27
- Gardiner Apr 29 · Oct 11
- Cottekill Apr 21 · Oct 27
- West Park Apr 21 · Oct 21
- Plattekill Apr 29 · Oct 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in New Paltz, NY?
The median last spring frost in New Paltz, NY is April 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in New Paltz, NY?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 12.
How long is the growing season in New Paltz, NY?
About 189 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is New Paltz, NY?
New Paltz, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.