Driftwood, PA frost dates
Last spring frostMay 10median date
First fall frostOct 16median date
Growing season159 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Driftwood compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Driftwood falls between April 25 and May 27, a 32-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 2 and October 30.
- The median last frost is 13 days later than the Pennsylvania median of Apr 27.
- Its 159-day growing season is longer than 21% of the 1,787 Pennsylvania places with a regular frost season (state median 175 days).
- The last frost is 11 days later than the zone 6a median of Apr 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 151 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) | October 2 |
| 50% (median) | October 16 |
| 90% (late) | October 30 |
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 Driftwood, PA
Driftwood, PA frost dates — last frost May 10, first frost Oct 16, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: May 17 to May 31
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to May 17Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 31
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 31
Start indoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 31
Start indoors: Mar 29 to Apr 12Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14Sow outdoors: May 31 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Mar 29 to Apr 12Transplant outside: May 17 to May 31
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to May 17Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 19Transplant outside: May 24 to May 31Sow outdoors: May 17 to May 31Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 19Sow outdoors: May 17 to May 31Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 19Sow outdoors: May 17 to May 31
Start indoors: Apr 12 to Apr 19Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 17Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 17Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 10
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: May 17 to Jun 7Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: May 17 to May 31
Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 14
Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Nov 6
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Driftwood, PA
| 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 21 – Sep 18 |
| Kale | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Broccoli | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | Jul 10 – Jul 31 |
| Cabbage | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | Jul 10 – Jul 31 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | Jul 10 – Jul 31 |
| 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 24 – Aug 14 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 5 – May 17 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | May 24 – May 31 | May 17 – May 31 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | — | May 17 – May 31 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| 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 24 – Aug 7 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 19 – May 17 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 17 – Jun 7 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 17 – May 31 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 24 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 2 – Nov 6 |
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 Stevenson Dam, PA weather station, 12 km away (elevation 932 ft (284 m)).
Frost dates near Driftwood
- Sinnamahoning May 10 · Oct 16
- Benezett May 7 · Oct 15
- Emporium May 7 · Oct 15
- Westport Apr 29 · Oct 21
- Pottersdale May 21 · Sep 27
- Austin May 22 · Oct 1
- Karthaus May 21 · Sep 27
- Weedville May 4 · Oct 11
- Byrnedale May 13 · Oct 11
- Frenchville May 4 · Oct 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Driftwood, PA?
The median last spring frost in Driftwood, PA 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 Driftwood, PA?
The median first fall frost is October 16, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 2.
How long is the growing season in Driftwood, PA?
About 159 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Driftwood, PA?
Driftwood, PA is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.