Condon, OR frost dates
How Condon compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Condon falls between April 25 and May 27, a 32-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 21 and October 24.
- The median last frost is 24 days later than the Oregon median of Apr 16.
- Its 150-day growing season is longer than 26% of the 345 Oregon places with a regular frost season (state median 193 days).
- The last frost is 24 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 139 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 25 |
| 50% (median) | May 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 21 |
| 50% (median) | October 7 |
| 90% (late) | October 24 |
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 Condon, OR
Condon, OR frost dates — last frost May 10, first frost Oct 7, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Condon, OR
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | May 17 – May 31 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Apr 12 – May 17 | Aug 12 – Sep 9 |
| Kale | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Broccoli | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Cabbage | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | Jul 1 – Jul 22 |
| Okra | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | May 31 – Jun 14 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — |
| Basil | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | May 17 – May 31 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | Jul 15 – Aug 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 5 – May 17 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | May 24 – May 31 | May 17 – May 31 | Jul 22 – Aug 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | — | May 17 – May 31 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | — | May 17 – May 31 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 19 – May 17 | Jul 15 – Jul 29 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 19 – May 17 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 17 – Jun 7 | Jul 22 – Aug 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 17 – May 31 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 24 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 23 – Oct 28 |
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 Condon, OR weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 2,881 ft (878 m)).
Frost dates near Condon
- Mikkalo May 10 · Oct 7
- Fossil Jun 3 · Sep 14
- Kent May 15 · Oct 11
- Lexington Apr 26 · Oct 19
- Grass Valley May 15 · Oct 11
- Ione Apr 26 · Oct 19
- Arlington Apr 6 · Oct 21
- Moro May 12 · Oct 4
- Shaniko May 22 · Oct 3
- Heppner Apr 26 · Oct 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Condon, OR?
The median last spring frost in Condon, OR is May 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Condon, OR?
The median first fall frost is October 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 21.
How long is the growing season in Condon, OR?
About 150 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Condon, OR?
Condon, OR is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.