Joyce, WA frost dates
Last spring frostApr 9median date
First fall frostNov 3median date
Growing season208 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Joyce compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Joyce falls between March 19 and April 29, a 41-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 19 and November 23.
- The median last frost is 12 days earlier than the Washington median of Apr 21.
- Its 208-day growing season is longer than 70% of the 491 Washington places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 37 days later than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 66 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Everett, WA, 115 km away, the last frost here is 31 days later than there and the growing season is 45 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 19 |
| 50% (median) | April 9 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 29 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 19 |
| 50% (median) | November 3 |
| 90% (late) | November 23 |
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 Joyce, WA
Joyce, WA frost dates — last frost Apr 9, first frost Nov 3, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 15 to Jan 29Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 23 to Apr 30Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 14
Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Joyce, WA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Mar 12 – Apr 16 | Sep 8 – Oct 6 |
| Kale | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Broccoli | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Cabbage | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Okra | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — |
| Basil | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 16 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | Apr 23 – Apr 30 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | — | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | — | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 23 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 23 – May 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 20 – Nov 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 Elwha Rs, WA weather station, 17 km away (elevation 361 ft (110 m)).
Frost dates near Joyce
- Port Angeles (Clallam) Apr 9 · Nov 3
- Port Angeles Mar 12 · Nov 19
- Clallam Bay Apr 26 · Oct 25
- Carlsborg Apr 21 · Oct 20
- Beaver Apr 26 · Oct 25
- Sequim Apr 21 · Oct 20
- Forks Apr 26 · Oct 25
- Sekiu Apr 26 · Oct 25
- Friday Harbor Mar 26 · Nov 10
- Neah Bay Apr 20 · Oct 26
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Joyce, WA?
The median last spring frost in Joyce, WA is April 9. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 29, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Joyce, WA?
The median first fall frost is November 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 19.
How long is the growing season in Joyce, WA?
About 208 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Joyce, WA?
Joyce, WA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.