Mint Spring, VA frost dates
Last spring frostApr 15median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season195 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Mint Spring compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Mint Spring falls between April 1 and May 6, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 11 and November 9.
- The median last frost is 2 days later than the Virginia median of Apr 13.
- Its 195-day growing season is longer than 42% of the 837 Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 198 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 106 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Harrisonburg, VA, 39 km away, the last frost here is 6 days earlier than there and the growing season is 10 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 1 |
| 50% (median) | April 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 11 |
| 50% (median) | October 27 |
| 90% (late) | November 9 |
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 Mint Spring, VA
Mint Spring, VA frost dates — last frost Apr 15, first frost Oct 27, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 6Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 20
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Mint Spring, VA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | Sep 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Okra | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 6 – May 20 | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Basil | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 22 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 22 – May 13 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 – Nov 17 |
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 Staunton Wtp, VA weather station, 5 km away (elevation 171 ft (52 m)).
Frost dates near Mint Spring
- Swoope Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Churchville Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Staunton Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Verona Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Fishersville Apr 21 · Oct 23
- Mount Sidney Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Mount Solon Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Augusta Springs Apr 15 · Oct 27
- Fort Defiance Apr 15 · Oct 27
- West Augusta Apr 15 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Mint Spring, VA?
The median last spring frost in Mint Spring, VA is April 15. 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 Mint Spring, VA?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 11.
How long is the growing season in Mint Spring, VA?
About 195 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Mint Spring, VA?
Mint Spring, VA is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.