Uniontown, WA frost dates
How Uniontown compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Uniontown falls between March 20 and April 26, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 10 and November 12.
- The median last frost is 15 days earlier than the Washington median of Apr 21.
- Its 203-day growing season is longer than 65% of the 491 Washington places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 10 days earlier 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 80 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 20 |
| 50% (median) | April 6 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 10 |
| 50% (median) | October 26 |
| 90% (late) | November 12 |
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 Uniontown, WA
Uniontown, WA frost dates — last frost Apr 6, first frost Oct 26, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Uniontown, WA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Mar 9 – Apr 13 | Aug 31 – Sep 28 |
| Kale | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Broccoli | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cabbage | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Okra | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 27 – May 11 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — |
| Basil | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 23 – Mar 16 | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 23 – Mar 16 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 2 – Apr 13 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | Apr 20 – Apr 27 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | — | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | — | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 13 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 13 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 6 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 20 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 13 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 13 – May 4 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 20 – May 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 12 – Nov 16 |
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 Lewiston Nez Perce Co Ap, ID weather station, 18 km away (elevation 1,437 ft (438 m)).
Frost dates near Uniontown
- Colton Apr 29 · Oct 2
- Clarkston Apr 6 · Oct 26
- Pullman May 6 · Sep 29
- Albion May 6 · Sep 29
- Pomeroy May 2 · Oct 4
- Palouse May 6 · Sep 29
- Asotin Apr 6 · Oct 26
- Anatone Apr 6 · Oct 26
- Colfax May 6 · Sep 29
- Garfield May 15 · Sep 21
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Uniontown, WA?
The median last spring frost in Uniontown, WA is April 6. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Uniontown, WA?
The median first fall frost is October 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 10.
How long is the growing season in Uniontown, WA?
About 203 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Uniontown, WA?
Uniontown, WA is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.