Okeene, OK frost dates
How Okeene compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Okeene falls between March 20 and April 24, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 21 and November 16.
- The median last frost is 3 days later than the Oklahoma median of Apr 4.
- Its 209-day growing season is longer than 35% of the 582 Oklahoma places with a regular frost season (state median 211 days).
- The last frost is 9 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 88 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Enid, OK, 51 km away, the last frost here is 1 day later than there and the growing season is the same length.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 20 |
| 50% (median) | April 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 21 |
| 50% (median) | November 2 |
| 90% (late) | November 16 |
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 Okeene, OK
Okeene, OK frost dates — last frost Apr 7, first frost Nov 2, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Okeene, OK
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | Sep 7 – Oct 5 |
| Kale | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Broccoli | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cabbage | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Okra | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Basil | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 3 – Apr 14 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 19 – Nov 23 |
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 Okeene, OK weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 1,214 ft (370 m)).
Frost dates near Okeene
- Isabella Apr 7 · Nov 2
- Hitchcock Apr 14 · Oct 27
- Ames Apr 10 · Oct 31
- Longdale Apr 5 · Nov 1
- Canton Apr 6 · Nov 3
- Southard Apr 5 · Nov 1
- Loyal Apr 9 · Nov 1
- Ringwood Apr 10 · Oct 31
- Watonga Apr 14 · Oct 27
- Fairview Apr 5 · Nov 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Okeene, OK?
The median last spring frost in Okeene, OK is April 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Okeene, OK?
The median first fall frost is November 2, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 21.
How long is the growing season in Okeene, OK?
About 209 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Okeene, OK?
Okeene, OK is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.