Neilton, WA frost dates
Last spring frostApr 7median date
First fall frostNov 10median date
Growing season217 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Neilton compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Neilton falls between March 17 and May 6, a 50-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 23 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 14 days earlier than the Washington median of Apr 21.
- Its 217-day growing season is longer than 73% of the 491 Washington places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 22 days later than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 57 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Olympia, WA, 84 km away, the last frost here is 22 days earlier than there and the growing season is 49 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 17 |
| 50% (median) | April 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 23 |
| 50% (median) | November 10 |
| 90% (late) | December 1 |
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 Neilton, WA
Neilton, WA frost dates — last frost Apr 7, first frost Nov 10, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 13 to Jan 27Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 20
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 12
Plant for fall: Oct 27 to Dec 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Neilton, WA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | Sep 15 – Oct 13 |
| Kale | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Broccoli | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cabbage | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Okra | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Basil | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 3 – Apr 14 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 27 – Dec 1 |
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 Quinault 4 Ne, WA weather station, 15 km away (elevation 285 ft (87 m)).
Frost dates near Neilton
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- Quinault Apr 7 · Nov 10
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- Moclips Apr 26 · Oct 22
- Pacific Beach Apr 26 · Oct 22
- Taholah Apr 26 · Oct 22
- Copalis Crossing Apr 26 · Oct 22
- Matlock Apr 23 · Oct 20
- Copalis Beach Apr 26 · Oct 22
- Montesano Apr 23 · Oct 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Neilton, WA?
The median last spring frost in Neilton, WA is April 7. 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 Neilton, WA?
The median first fall frost is November 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 23.
How long is the growing season in Neilton, WA?
About 217 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Neilton, WA?
Neilton, WA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.