Henry, VA frost dates
Last spring frostApr 14median date
First fall frostOct 31median date
Growing season200 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Henry compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Henry falls between March 30 and May 2, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 18 and November 11.
- The median last frost is 1 day later than the Virginia median of Apr 13.
- Its 200-day growing season is longer than 51% of the 837 Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 198 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 95 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Roanoke, VA, 50 km away, the last frost here is 11 days later than there and the growing season is 12 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 30 |
| 50% (median) | April 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 2 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 18 |
| 50% (median) | October 31 |
| 90% (late) | November 11 |
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 Henry, VA
Henry, VA frost dates — last frost Apr 14, first frost Oct 31, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 5Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5
Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 19
Plant for fall: Oct 17 to Nov 21
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Henry, VA
| 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 | Sep 5 – Oct 3 |
| Kale | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Broccoli | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Cabbage | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| 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 8 – Aug 29 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 10 – Apr 21 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 5 | Apr 21 – May 5 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| 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 8 – Aug 22 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 17 – Nov 21 |
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 Philpott Dam, VA weather station, 8 km away (elevation 1,122 ft (342 m)).
Frost dates near Henry
- Ferrum Apr 20 · Oct 25
- Bassett Apr 14 · Oct 31
- Stanleytown Apr 24 · Oct 21
- Collinsville Apr 24 · Oct 21
- Fieldale Apr 24 · Oct 21
- Rocky Mount Apr 20 · Oct 25
- Redwood Apr 20 · Oct 25
- Martinsville Apr 24 · Oct 21
- Callaway Apr 21 · Oct 25
- Patrick Springs Apr 19 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Henry, VA?
The median last spring frost in Henry, VA is April 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 2, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Henry, VA?
The median first fall frost is October 31, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 18.
How long is the growing season in Henry, VA?
About 200 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Henry, VA?
Henry, VA is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.