Aurora, WV frost dates
Last spring frostApr 28median date
First fall frostOct 23median date
Growing season178 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Aurora compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Aurora falls between April 12 and May 15, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 10 and November 4.
- The median last frost is 5 days later than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 178-day growing season is longer than 37% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 6a, where the median is Apr 29.
- The weather station records an average of 128 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Harrisonburg, VA, 114 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there and the growing season is 7 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 12 |
| 50% (median) | April 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 10 |
| 50% (median) | October 23 |
| 90% (late) | November 4 |
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 Aurora, WV
Aurora, WV frost dates — last frost Apr 28, first frost Oct 23, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to May 5Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 12 to May 19Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 5Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 14
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 26Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19
Transplant outside: May 12 to Jun 2
Plant for fall: Oct 9 to Nov 13
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Aurora, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Mar 31 – May 5 | Aug 28 – Sep 25 |
| Kale | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Broccoli | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cabbage | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 7 |
| Okra | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | May 19 – Jun 2 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — |
| Basil | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 24 – May 5 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | May 12 – May 19 | May 5 – May 19 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | — | May 5 – May 19 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | — | May 5 – May 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 7 – Apr 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 5 – May 26 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 5 – May 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 12 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 9 – Nov 13 |
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 Rowlesburg, WV weather station, 8 km away (elevation 1,424 ft (434 m)).
Frost dates near Aurora
- Eglon May 13 · Oct 3
- Rowlesburg Apr 28 · Oct 23
- Terra Alta May 7 · Oct 11
- Tunnelton Apr 28 · Oct 23
- Bayard May 13 · Oct 3
- Thomas May 9 · Oct 10
- Kingwood May 7 · Oct 11
- Gormania May 13 · Oct 3
- Red Creek Apr 24 · Oct 24
- Newburg Apr 28 · Oct 23
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Aurora, WV?
The median last spring frost in Aurora, WV is April 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Aurora, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 23, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 10.
How long is the growing season in Aurora, WV?
About 178 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Aurora, WV?
Aurora, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.