Ashford, WA frost dates
Last spring frostMay 22median date
First fall frostOct 3median date
Growing season134 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Ashford compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Ashford falls between May 3 and June 9, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 16 and October 18.
- The median last frost is 31 days later than the Washington median of Apr 21.
- Its 134-day growing season is longer than 8% of the 491 Washington places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 36 days later than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 157 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Lakewood, WA, 60 km away, the last frost here is 75 days later than there and the growing season is 117 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | May 3 |
| 50% (median) | May 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 16 |
| 50% (median) | October 3 |
| 90% (late) | October 18 |
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 Ashford, WA
Ashford, WA frost dates — last frost May 22, first frost Oct 3, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 29Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 8Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22Plant for fall: Jun 27 to Jul 18
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: Jun 12 to Jun 26Sow outdoors: Jun 12 to Jun 26
Start indoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Transplant outside: May 29 to Jun 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 1Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 29Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 1Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 12Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 1Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 12Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 1Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 12
Start indoors: Apr 24 to May 1Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 19
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 29Plant for fall: Jul 11 to Jul 25
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 29Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 22
Sow outdoors: May 8 to Jun 5Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: May 8 to May 29Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 19Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: May 29 to Jun 12
Transplant outside: Jun 5 to Jun 26
Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Ashford, WA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 1 – May 15 | Apr 24 – May 29 | Aug 8 – Sep 5 |
| Kale | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Apr 24 – May 8 | Apr 24 – May 8 | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Broccoli | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 8 – May 22 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cabbage | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 1 – May 15 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | May 8 – May 22 | — | Jun 27 – Jul 18 |
| Okra | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | Jun 12 – Jun 26 | — |
| Basil | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | May 29 – Jun 12 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 17 – May 29 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 24 – May 1 | Jun 5 – Jun 12 | May 29 – Jun 12 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 24 – May 1 | — | May 29 – Jun 12 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 24 – May 1 | — | May 29 – Jun 12 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 24 – May 1 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | May 1 – May 29 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| Beets | — | — | May 1 – May 29 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 8 – May 29 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 29 – Jun 19 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 29 – Jun 12 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Jun 5 – Jun 26 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 19 – Oct 24 |
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 Longmire Rainier Nps, WA weather station, 14 km away (elevation 2,762 ft (842 m)).
Frost dates near Ashford
- Longmire May 22 · Oct 3
- Mineral Apr 24 · Oct 15
- Elbe Apr 24 · Oct 15
- Randle Apr 30 · Oct 8
- Eatonville Apr 11 · Oct 30
- Glenoma Apr 24 · Oct 15
- La Grande Apr 11 · Oct 30
- Packwood Apr 30 · Oct 8
- Morton Apr 24 · Oct 15
- Kapowsin Apr 11 · Oct 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Ashford, WA?
The median last spring frost in Ashford, WA is May 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Ashford, WA?
The median first fall frost is October 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 16.
How long is the growing season in Ashford, WA?
About 134 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Ashford, WA?
Ashford, WA is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.