Leedey, OK frost dates
Last spring frostApr 15median date
First fall frostOct 23median date
Growing season191 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Leedey compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Leedey falls between March 31 and April 30, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 8 and November 5.
- The median last frost is 11 days later than the Oklahoma median of Apr 4.
- Its 191-day growing season is longer than 5% of the 582 Oklahoma places with a regular frost season (state median 211 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 115 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 31 |
| 50% (median) | April 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 30 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 8 |
| 50% (median) | October 23 |
| 90% (late) | November 5 |
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 Leedey, OK
Leedey, OK frost dates — last frost Apr 15, first frost Oct 23, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
JFMAMJJASOND
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 6Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 20
Plant for fall: Oct 9 to Nov 13
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Leedey, OK
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | Aug 28 – Sep 25 |
| Kale | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Broccoli | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cabbage | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Okra | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 6 – May 20 | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Basil | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 22 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 22 – May 13 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 9 – Nov 13 |
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 Camargo 4wnw Mesonet, OK weather station, 18 km away (elevation 1,932 ft (589 m)).
Frost dates near Leedey
- Camargo Apr 15 · Oct 23
- Hammon Apr 16 · Oct 23
- Butler Apr 9 · Oct 28
- Vici Apr 19 · Oct 26
- Arnett Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Putnam Apr 8 · Nov 1
- Taloga Apr 18 · Oct 21
- Cheyenne Apr 3 · Nov 3
- Crawford Apr 9 · Oct 27
- Mutual Apr 19 · Oct 26
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Leedey, OK?
The median last spring frost in Leedey, OK is April 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 30, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Leedey, OK?
The median first fall frost is October 23, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 8.
How long is the growing season in Leedey, OK?
About 191 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Leedey, OK?
Leedey, OK is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.