Fayette, UT frost dates
How Fayette compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Fayette falls between May 12 and June 16, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 8 and October 2.
- The median last frost is 21 days later than the Utah median of May 10.
- Its 113-day growing season is longer than 12% of the 250 Utah places with a regular frost season (state median 148 days).
- The last frost is 39 days later than the zone 6b median of Apr 22. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 198 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Provo, UT, 114 km away, the last frost here is 43 days later than there and the growing season is 73 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 12 |
| 50% (median) | May 31 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 16 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 8 |
| 50% (median) | September 21 |
| 90% (late) | October 2 |
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 Fayette, UT
Fayette, UT frost dates — last frost May 31, first frost Sep 21, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Fayette, UT
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 3 – May 17 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 10 – May 24 | May 3 – Jun 7 | Jul 27 – Aug 24 |
| Kale | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 3 – May 17 | May 3 – May 17 | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Broccoli | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 17 – May 31 | — | Jun 15 – Jul 6 |
| Cabbage | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 10 – May 24 | — | Jun 15 – Jul 6 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 17 – May 31 | — | Jun 15 – Jul 6 |
| Okra | Apr 19 – May 3 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | Jun 21 – Jul 5 | — |
| Basil | Apr 19 – May 3 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | Jun 29 – Jul 20 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 26 – Jun 7 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Cucumbers | May 3 – May 10 | Jun 14 – Jun 21 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | Jul 6 – Jul 20 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | May 3 – May 10 | — | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins Warning: Your frost-free season is about 113 days, which is tight for winter squash & pumpkins (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | May 3 – May 10 | — | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | May 3 – May 10 | Jun 14 – Jun 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 10 – Jun 7 | Jun 29 – Jul 13 |
| Beets | — | — | May 10 – Jun 7 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 10 – May 31 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 17 – Jun 14 | Jul 13 – Jul 27 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 17 – Jun 7 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Jun 7 – Jun 28 | — |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes Warning: Your frost-free season is about 113 days, which is tight for sweet potatoes (100+ days). Choose early varieties and use transplants or row covers. | — | Jun 14 – Jul 5 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 7 – Oct 12 |
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 Manti Radio Kmti, UT weather station, 17 km away (elevation 5,499 ft (1,676 m)).
Frost dates near Fayette
- Gunnison May 31 · Sep 21
- Centerfield May 31 · Sep 21
- Sterling May 11 · Oct 6
- Manti May 11 · Oct 6
- Mayfield May 11 · Oct 6
- Axtell May 11 · Oct 6
- Scipio May 22 · Sep 25
- Redmond May 21 · Sep 24
- Ephraim May 28 · Sep 20
- Salina May 21 · Sep 24
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fayette, UT?
The median last spring frost in Fayette, UT is May 31. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 16, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Fayette, UT?
The median first fall frost is September 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 8.
How long is the growing season in Fayette, UT?
About 113 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Fayette, UT?
Fayette, UT is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.