West Jordan, UT frost dates
How West Jordan compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in West Jordan falls between March 31 and May 6, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 7 and November 5.
- The median last frost is 22 days earlier than the Utah median of May 10.
- Its 187-day growing season is longer than 87% of the 250 Utah places with a regular frost season (state median 148 days).
- The last frost is 13 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 116 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with West Valley City, UT, 9 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there and the growing season is 19 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 31 |
| 50% (median) | April 18 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 7 |
| 50% (median) | October 22 |
| 90% (late) | November 5 |
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 West Jordan, UT
West Jordan, UT frost dates — last frost Apr 18, first frost Oct 22, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in West Jordan, UT
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Mar 21 – Apr 25 | Aug 27 – Sep 24 |
| Kale | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Broccoli | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cabbage | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Okra | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | May 9 – May 23 | May 9 – May 23 | — |
| Basil | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 25 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 25 – May 16 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 2 – May 23 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 8 – Nov 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 Draper-Point Of Mtn, UT weather station, 15 km away (elevation 4,505 ft (1,373 m)).
ZIP codes in West Jordan: 84081 84084 84088
Frost dates near West Jordan
- South Jordan Apr 18 · Oct 22
- Midvale Apr 29 · Oct 22
- West Valley City Apr 8 · Oct 31
- Bingham Canyon Apr 18 · Oct 22
- Herriman Apr 18 · Oct 22
- Sandy Apr 29 · Oct 22
- Magna Apr 3 · Nov 4
- Riverton Apr 18 · Oct 22
- Salt Lake City Apr 25 · Oct 18
- Draper Apr 18 · Oct 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in West Jordan, UT?
The median last spring frost in West Jordan, UT is April 18. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in West Jordan, UT?
The median first fall frost is October 22, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 7.
How long is the growing season in West Jordan, UT?
About 187 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is West Jordan, UT?
West Jordan, UT is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.