Chesapeake, OH frost dates
Last spring frostApr 12median date
First fall frostOct 30median date
Growing season201 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Chesapeake compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Chesapeake falls between March 30 and May 2, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 16 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 12 days earlier than the Ohio median of Apr 24.
- Its 201-day growing season is longer than 97% of the 1,063 Ohio places with a regular frost season (state median 180 days).
- The last frost is 4 days earlier than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 98 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 30 |
| 50% (median) | April 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 2 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 16 |
| 50% (median) | October 30 |
| 90% (late) | November 10 |
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 Chesapeake, OH
Chesapeake, OH frost dates — last frost Apr 12, first frost Oct 30, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 17
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 22Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 10Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 17
Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Chesapeake, OH
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | Sep 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Okra | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 3 – May 17 | May 3 – May 17 | — |
| Basil | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 19 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 16 – Nov 20 |
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 Huntington Swg Pl, WV weather station, 9 km away (elevation 522 ft (159 m)).
Frost dates near Chesapeake
- Proctorville Apr 8 · Nov 1
- South Point Apr 16 · Oct 30
- Rock Camp Apr 22 · Oct 23
- Kitts Hill Apr 22 · Oct 23
- Willow Wood Apr 30 · Oct 15
- Scottown Apr 30 · Oct 15
- Ironton Apr 22 · Oct 23
- Crown City Apr 18 · Oct 29
- Pedro Apr 30 · Oct 15
- Waterloo Apr 30 · Oct 15
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Chesapeake, OH?
The median last spring frost in Chesapeake, OH is April 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 2, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Chesapeake, OH?
The median first fall frost is October 30, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 16.
How long is the growing season in Chesapeake, OH?
About 201 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Chesapeake, OH?
Chesapeake, OH is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.