Maynard, OH frost dates
How Maynard compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Maynard falls between April 5 and May 6, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 15 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Ohio median of Apr 24.
- Its 192-day growing season is longer than 87% of the 1,063 Ohio places with a regular frost season (state median 180 days).
- The last frost is 4 days later 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 111 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Pittsburgh, PA, 82 km away, the last frost here is 4 days earlier than there and the growing season is 6 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 5 |
| 50% (median) | April 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 15 |
| 50% (median) | October 29 |
| 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 Maynard, OH
Maynard, OH frost dates — last frost Apr 20, first frost Oct 29, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Maynard, OH
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | May 4 – May 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | May 4 – May 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | Mar 23 – Apr 27 | Sep 3 – Oct 1 |
| Kale | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Broccoli | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cabbage | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Okra | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | May 11 – May 25 | May 11 – May 25 | — |
| Basil | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 30 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 30 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 27 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | May 4 – May 11 | Apr 27 – May 11 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | — | Apr 27 – May 11 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | — | Apr 27 – May 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | May 4 – May 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 27 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 27 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 6 – May 4 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 6 – Apr 27 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 27 – May 18 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 27 – May 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 4 – May 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 15 – Nov 19 |
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 Wheeling, WV weather station, 15 km away (elevation 646 ft (197 m)).
Frost dates near Maynard
- Barton Apr 20 · Oct 29
- Fairpoint Apr 21 · Oct 25
- Colerain Apr 18 · Nov 1
- Harrisville Apr 21 · Oct 25
- Blaine Apr 20 · Oct 29
- Mount Pleasant Apr 18 · Nov 1
- Bannock Apr 21 · Oct 25
- Adena Apr 21 · Oct 25
- Lansing Apr 20 · Oct 29
- Saint Clairsville Apr 27 · Oct 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Maynard, OH?
The median last spring frost in Maynard, OH is April 20. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Maynard, OH?
The median first fall frost is October 29, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 15.
How long is the growing season in Maynard, OH?
About 192 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Maynard, OH?
Maynard, OH is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.