Antimony, UT frost dates
How Antimony compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Antimony falls between May 31 and July 3, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between August 30 and September 24.
- The median last frost is 38 days later than the Utah median of May 10.
- Its 87-day growing season is longer than 3% of the 250 Utah places with a regular frost season (state median 148 days).
- The last frost is 47 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 228 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 31 |
| 50% (median) | June 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | July 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | August 30 |
| 50% (median) | September 12 |
| 90% (late) | September 24 |
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 Antimony, UT
Antimony, UT frost dates — last frost Jun 17, first frost Sep 12, zone 5b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Antimony, UT
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | May 20 – Jun 3 | — | — |
| Peppers Warning: Your frost-free season is about 87 days, which is tight for peppers (75+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Jul 1 – Jul 15 | — | — |
| Eggplant Warning: Your frost-free season is about 87 days, which is tight for eggplant (75+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Jul 1 – Jul 15 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 22 – May 6 | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 22 – May 6 | May 27 – Jun 10 | May 20 – Jun 24 | Jul 18 – Aug 15 |
| Kale | Apr 22 – May 6 | May 20 – Jun 3 | May 20 – Jun 3 | Jul 4 – Jul 25 |
| Broccoli | Apr 22 – May 6 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — | — |
| Cabbage | Apr 22 – May 6 | May 27 – Jun 10 | — | — |
| Cauliflower | Apr 22 – May 6 | Jun 3 – Jun 17 | — | — |
| Okra | May 6 – May 20 | Jul 8 – Jul 22 | Jul 8 – Jul 22 | — |
| Basil | May 6 – May 20 | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | May 6 – May 27 | — |
| Spinach | — | — | May 6 – May 27 | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Radishes | — | — | May 13 – Jun 24 | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cucumbers | May 20 – May 27 | Jul 1 – Jul 8 | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 20 – May 27 | — | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 87 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 20 – May 27 | — | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon Warning: Your frost-free season is about 87 days, which is tight for melons & watermelon (85+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 20 – May 27 | Jul 1 – Jul 15 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 27 – Jun 24 | — |
| Beets | — | — | May 27 – Jun 24 | — |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 27 – Jun 17 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jun 3 – Jul 1 | — |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jun 3 – Jun 24 | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 24 – Jul 15 | — |
| Sweet Corn Warning: Your frost-free season is about 87 days, which is tight for sweet corn (80+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | — | Jun 24 – Jul 8 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 87 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jul 1 – Jul 22 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Aug 29 – Oct 3 |
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 Angle, UT weather station, 17 km away (elevation 6,411 ft (1,954 m)).
Frost dates near Antimony
- Kingston May 23 · Sep 27
- Circleville May 23 · Sep 27
- Junction May 23 · Sep 27
- Greenwich Jun 6 · Sep 21
- Marysvale May 24 · Sep 25
- Koosharem Jun 6 · Sep 21
- Bicknell May 31 · Sep 21
- Lyman May 31 · Sep 21
- Escalante May 8 · Oct 10
- Panguitch Jun 12 · Sep 12
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Antimony, UT?
The median last spring frost in Antimony, UT is June 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after July 3, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Antimony, UT?
The median first fall frost is September 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before August 30.
How long is the growing season in Antimony, UT?
About 87 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Antimony, UT?
Antimony, UT is in USDA hardiness zone 5b.