Crosby, PA frost dates
Last spring frostMay 15median date
First fall frostOct 3median date
Growing season141 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5bZone 5b
How Crosby compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Crosby falls between April 30 and May 31, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 21 and October 18.
- The median last frost is 18 days later than the Pennsylvania median of Apr 27.
- Its 141-day growing season is longer than 5% of the 1,787 Pennsylvania places with a regular frost season (state median 175 days).
- The last frost is 14 days later than the zone 5b median of May 1. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 5b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 166 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 30 |
| 50% (median) | May 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 31 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 21 |
| 50% (median) | October 3 |
| 90% (late) | October 18 |
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 Crosby, PA
Crosby, PA frost dates — last frost May 15, first frost Oct 3, zone 5b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 20 to Mar 6Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 22Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 19Sow outdoors: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Start indoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17Transplant outside: May 22 to Jun 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 22Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Apr 17 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 5Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Start indoors: Apr 17 to Apr 24Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Apr 17 to Apr 24Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 5
Start indoors: Apr 17 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 22Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Jul 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 22Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 15
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 29Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 22Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: May 22 to Jun 5
Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 19
Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Crosby, PA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Apr 24 – May 8 | Apr 17 – May 22 | Aug 8 – Sep 5 |
| Kale | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Apr 17 – May 1 | Apr 17 – May 1 | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Broccoli | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | May 1 – May 15 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cabbage | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | May 1 – May 15 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Okra | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — |
| Basil | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | May 22 – Jun 5 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 10 – May 22 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | May 29 – Jun 5 | May 22 – Jun 5 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | — | May 22 – Jun 5 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | — | May 22 – Jun 5 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 24 – May 22 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 24 – May 22 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 1 – May 29 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 22 – Jun 12 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 22 – Jun 5 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 29 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 19 – Oct 24 |
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 Clermont 1 Nw, PA weather station, 10 km away (elevation 2,080 ft (634 m)).
Frost dates near Crosby
- East Smethport May 15 · Oct 6
- Smethport May 15 · Oct 3
- Port Allegany May 15 · Oct 6
- Turtlepoint May 15 · Oct 6
- Hazel Hurst May 15 · Oct 3
- Cyclone May 18 · Oct 1
- Roulette May 22 · Oct 1
- Gifford May 18 · Oct 1
- Mount Jewett May 18 · Oct 1
- Rew May 18 · Oct 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Crosby, PA?
The median last spring frost in Crosby, PA is May 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 31, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Crosby, PA?
The median first fall frost is October 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 21.
How long is the growing season in Crosby, PA?
About 141 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Crosby, PA?
Crosby, PA is in USDA hardiness zone 5b.