Buckingham, PA frost dates
Last spring frostApr 13median date
First fall frostOct 30median date
Growing season200 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Buckingham compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Buckingham falls between April 1 and April 27, a 26-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 15 and November 12.
- The median last frost is 14 days earlier than the Pennsylvania median of Apr 27.
- Its 200-day growing season is longer than 88% of the 1,787 Pennsylvania places with a regular frost season (state median 175 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 106 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Abington, PA, 23 km away, the last frost here is 2 days later than there and the growing season is 4 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 1 |
| 50% (median) | April 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 15 |
| 50% (median) | October 30 |
| 90% (late) | November 12 |
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 Buckingham, PA
Buckingham, PA frost dates — last frost Apr 13, first frost Oct 30, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 30
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6Sow outdoors: Mar 16 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 30Sow outdoors: Mar 16 to Mar 30Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Mar 2 to Mar 16Transplant outside: May 4 to May 18Sow outdoors: May 4 to May 18
Start indoors: Mar 2 to Mar 16Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 2 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 2 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 23Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 4Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 4Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 23Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 4Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 23Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 4
Start indoors: Mar 16 to Mar 23Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 11Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 20 to May 4
Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 18
Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Buckingham, PA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Mar 16 – Apr 20 | Sep 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Okra | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | May 4 – May 18 | May 4 – May 18 | — |
| Basil | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 2 – Mar 23 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 2 – Mar 23 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 9 – Apr 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | Apr 27 – May 4 | Apr 20 – May 4 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | — | Apr 20 – May 4 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | — | Apr 20 – May 4 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 20 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 20 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 27 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 20 – May 11 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 20 – May 4 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 27 – May 18 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 16 – Nov 20 |
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 Doylestown Ap, PA weather station, 5 km away (elevation 394 ft (120 m)).
Frost dates near Buckingham
- Holicong Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Mechanicsville Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Furlong Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Forest Grove Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Lahaska Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Lumberville Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Doylestown Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Pineville Apr 16 · Oct 19
- Wycombe Apr 13 · Oct 30
- Carversville Apr 13 · Oct 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Buckingham, PA?
The median last spring frost in Buckingham, PA is April 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Buckingham, PA?
The median first fall frost is October 30, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 15.
How long is the growing season in Buckingham, PA?
About 200 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Buckingham, PA?
Buckingham, PA is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.