Elkton, OR frost dates
Last spring frostApr 11median date
First fall frostNov 6median date
Growing season209 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Elkton compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Elkton falls between March 12 and May 10, a 59-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 17 and December 4.
- The median last frost is 5 days earlier than the Oregon median of Apr 16.
- Its 209-day growing season is longer than 62% of the 345 Oregon places with a regular frost season (state median 193 days).
- The last frost is 39 days later than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 51 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Eugene, OR, 62 km away, the last frost here is the same as there and the growing season is 14 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 12 |
| 50% (median) | April 11 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 17 |
| 50% (median) | November 6 |
| 90% (late) | December 4 |
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 Elkton, OR
Elkton, OR frost dates — last frost Apr 11, first frost Nov 6, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 25 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 2Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2
Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 16
Plant for fall: Oct 23 to Nov 27
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Elkton, OR
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 14 – Apr 18 | Sep 11 – Oct 9 |
| Kale | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Broccoli | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Cabbage | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Okra | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | May 2 – May 16 | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Basil | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 18 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 2 | Apr 18 – May 2 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 25 – May 16 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 23 – Nov 27 |
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 Elkton 1sw, OR weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 125 ft (38 m)).
Frost dates near Elkton
- Scottsburg Apr 11 · Nov 6
- Yoncalla Apr 16 · Oct 25
- Drain Apr 16 · Oct 25
- Oakland Mar 31 · Nov 5
- Umpqua Mar 31 · Nov 5
- Lorane Apr 24 · Oct 25
- Sutherlin Mar 31 · Nov 5
- Wilbur Mar 31 · Nov 5
- Reedsport Mar 25 · Nov 24
- Allegany Feb 21 · Dec 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Elkton, OR?
The median last spring frost in Elkton, OR is April 11. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Elkton, OR?
The median first fall frost is November 6, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 17.
How long is the growing season in Elkton, OR?
About 209 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Elkton, OR?
Elkton, OR is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.