Stony Point, NY frost dates
How Stony Point compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Stony Point falls between April 13 and May 8, a 25-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 4 and November 3.
- The median last frost is 8 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 177-day growing season is longer than 74% 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 116 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with White Plains, NY, 28 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there and the growing season is 25 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 13 |
| 50% (median) | April 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 8 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 4 |
| 50% (median) | October 19 |
| 90% (late) | November 3 |
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 Stony Point, NY
Stony Point, NY frost dates — last frost Apr 25, first frost Oct 19, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Stony Point, 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 | Aug 24 – Sep 21 |
| Kale | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Broccoli | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Cabbage | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| 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 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 21 – May 2 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | May 9 – May 16 | May 2 – May 16 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | — | May 2 – May 16 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| 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 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 11 – May 9 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 2 – May 23 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 9 – May 30 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 5 – Nov 9 |
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 Yorktown Hts 1w, NY weather station, 17 km away (elevation 669 ft (204 m)).
Frost dates near Stony Point
- West Haverstraw Apr 25 · Oct 19
- Thiells Apr 25 · Oct 19
- Garnerville Apr 25 · Oct 19
- Tomkins Cove Apr 10 · Nov 1
- Haverstraw Apr 25 · Oct 19
- Verplanck Apr 30 · Oct 17
- Montrose Apr 25 · Oct 19
- Buchanan Apr 30 · Oct 17
- Pomona Apr 25 · Oct 19
- Croton On Hudson Apr 25 · Oct 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Stony Point, NY?
The median last spring frost in Stony Point, NY is April 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 8, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Stony Point, NY?
The median first fall frost is October 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 4.
How long is the growing season in Stony Point, NY?
About 177 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Stony Point, NY?
Stony Point, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.