Price, UT frost dates
How Price compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Price falls between April 20 and May 21, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 29 and October 25.
- The median last frost is 7 days earlier than the Utah median of May 10.
- Its 162-day growing season is longer than 62% of the 250 Utah places with a regular frost season (state median 148 days).
- The last frost is 4 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 154 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Provo, UT, 101 km away, the last frost here is 15 days later than there and the growing season is 24 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 20 |
| 50% (median) | May 3 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 21 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 29 |
| 50% (median) | October 12 |
| 90% (late) | October 25 |
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 Price, UT
Price, UT frost dates — last frost May 3, first frost Oct 12, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Price, UT
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | May 17 – May 31 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | May 17 – May 31 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 10 – May 24 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Apr 5 – May 10 | Aug 17 – Sep 14 |
| Kale | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Broccoli | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | Jul 6 – Jul 27 |
| Cabbage | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | Jul 6 – Jul 27 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | Jul 6 – Jul 27 |
| Okra | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 24 – Jun 7 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — |
| Basil | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 10 – May 24 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 29 – May 10 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 5 – Apr 12 | May 17 – May 24 | May 10 – May 24 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 5 – Apr 12 | — | May 10 – May 24 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 5 – Apr 12 | — | May 10 – May 24 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 5 – Apr 12 | May 17 – May 31 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 12 – May 10 | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 12 – May 10 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 12 – May 3 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 19 – May 17 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 10 – May 31 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 10 – May 24 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 17 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 28 – Nov 2 |
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 Price Carbon Co Ap, UT weather station, 5 km away (elevation 5,922 ft (1,805 m)).
Frost dates near Price
- Helper May 3 · Oct 12
- Wellington May 27 · Sep 26
- Kenilworth May 3 · Oct 12
- Elmo May 27 · Sep 26
- Cleveland May 18 · Sep 27
- Huntington May 18 · Sep 27
- East Carbon Apr 26 · Oct 25
- Sunnyside Apr 26 · Oct 25
- Orangeville May 18 · Sep 27
- Castle Dale May 18 · Sep 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Price, UT?
The median last spring frost in Price, UT is May 3. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 21, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Price, UT?
The median first fall frost is October 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 29.
How long is the growing season in Price, UT?
About 162 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Price, UT?
Price, UT is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.