Hedley, TX frost dates
How Hedley compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Hedley falls between March 29 and April 28, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 15 and November 7.
- The median last frost is 30 days later than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 195-day growing season is longer than 4% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 9 days later than the zone 7b median of Apr 5. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 105 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Amarillo, TX, 116 km away, the last frost here is 1 day earlier than there and the growing season is 2 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 29 |
| 50% (median) | April 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 15 |
| 50% (median) | October 26 |
| 90% (late) | November 7 |
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 Hedley, TX
Hedley, TX frost dates — last frost Apr 14, first frost Oct 26, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Hedley, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | Aug 31 – Sep 28 |
| Kale | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Broccoli | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cabbage | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Okra | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | May 5 – May 19 | May 5 – May 19 | — |
| Basil | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 10 – Apr 21 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 5 | Apr 21 – May 5 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 12 – Nov 16 |
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 Clarendon, TX weather station, 20 km away (elevation 2,700 ft (823 m)).
Frost dates near Hedley
- Lelia Lake Apr 14 · Oct 26
- Clarendon Apr 14 · Oct 26
- Memphis Apr 1 · Nov 3
- Lakeview Apr 1 · Nov 3
- Quail Apr 1 · Nov 4
- Alanreed Apr 10 · Oct 30
- Mclean Apr 10 · Oct 30
- Samnorwood Apr 9 · Oct 30
- Wellington Apr 1 · Nov 4
- Estelline Mar 31 · Nov 7
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Hedley, TX?
The median last spring frost in Hedley, TX is April 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 28, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Hedley, TX?
The median first fall frost is October 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 15.
How long is the growing season in Hedley, TX?
About 195 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Hedley, TX?
Hedley, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.