Wilcox, PA frost dates
Last spring frostMay 14median date
First fall frostOct 6median date
Growing season145 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5bZone 5b
How Wilcox compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Wilcox falls between April 28 and May 29, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 24 and October 20.
- The median last frost is 17 days later than the Pennsylvania median of Apr 27.
- Its 145-day growing season is longer than 8% of the 1,787 Pennsylvania places with a regular frost season (state median 175 days).
- The last frost is 13 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 163 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 28 |
| 50% (median) | May 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 29 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 24 |
| 50% (median) | October 6 |
| 90% (late) | October 20 |
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 Wilcox, PA
Wilcox, PA frost dates — last frost May 14, first frost Oct 6, zone 5b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: May 28 to Jun 11
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: May 28 to Jun 11
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 21 to Jun 4
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Jun 30 to Jul 21
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7Plant for fall: Jun 30 to Jul 21
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Jun 30 to Jul 21
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: Jun 4 to Jun 18Sow outdoors: Jun 4 to Jun 18
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Transplant outside: May 21 to Jun 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 14 to Aug 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Apr 16 to Apr 23Transplant outside: May 28 to Jun 4Sow outdoors: May 21 to Jun 4Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 4
Start indoors: Apr 16 to Apr 23Sow outdoors: May 21 to Jun 4Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Apr 16 to Apr 23Sow outdoors: May 21 to Jun 4
Start indoors: Apr 16 to Apr 23Transplant outside: May 28 to Jun 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 21Plant for fall: Jul 14 to Jul 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 21Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 14
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 28Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 11
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: May 21 to Jun 11Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 4
Sow outdoors: May 21 to Jun 4
Transplant outside: May 28 to Jun 18
Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 27
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Wilcox, PA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | May 28 – Jun 11 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | May 28 – Jun 11 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | May 21 – Jun 4 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Apr 16 – May 21 | Aug 11 – Sep 8 |
| Kale | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Broccoli | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | Jun 30 – Jul 21 |
| Cabbage | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | Jun 30 – Jul 21 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | Jun 30 – Jul 21 |
| Okra | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | Jun 4 – Jun 18 | — |
| Basil | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | May 21 – Jun 4 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Jul 14 – Aug 4 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 9 – May 21 | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | May 28 – Jun 4 | May 21 – Jun 4 | Jul 21 – Aug 4 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | — | May 21 – Jun 4 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | — | May 21 – Jun 4 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | May 28 – Jun 11 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 23 – May 21 | Jul 14 – Jul 28 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 23 – May 21 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 23 – May 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 30 – May 28 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 30 – May 21 | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 21 – Jun 11 | Jul 21 – Aug 4 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 21 – Jun 4 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 28 – Jun 18 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 22 – Oct 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 Glen Hazel 2 Ne Dam, PA weather station, 7 km away (elevation 1,719 ft (524 m)).
Frost dates near Wilcox
- Johnsonburg May 14 · Oct 6
- Kane May 24 · Sep 28
- James City May 24 · Sep 28
- Hazel Hurst May 15 · Oct 3
- Mount Jewett May 18 · Oct 1
- De Young May 13 · Oct 11
- Saint Marys May 14 · Oct 6
- Ridgway May 13 · Oct 11
- Kersey May 13 · Oct 11
- Dagus Mines May 13 · Oct 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Wilcox, PA?
The median last spring frost in Wilcox, PA is May 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 29, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Wilcox, PA?
The median first fall frost is October 6, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 24.
How long is the growing season in Wilcox, PA?
About 145 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Wilcox, PA?
Wilcox, PA is in USDA hardiness zone 5b.