Cedarville, WV frost dates
Last spring frostApr 25median date
First fall frostOct 24median date
Growing season182 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Cedarville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cedarville falls between April 11 and May 15, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 9 and November 5.
- The median last frost is 2 days later than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 182-day growing season is longer than 50% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 6b, where the median is Apr 22.
- The weather station records an average of 125 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 11 |
| 50% (median) | April 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 9 |
| 50% (median) | October 24 |
| 90% (late) | November 5 |
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 Cedarville, WV
Cedarville, WV frost dates — last frost Apr 25, first frost Oct 24, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 16 to May 30Sow outdoors: May 16 to May 30
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to May 2Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Transplant outside: May 9 to May 16Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Mar 28 to Apr 4Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 23Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 22
Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16
Transplant outside: May 9 to May 30
Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Nov 14
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Cedarville, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | May 9 – May 23 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | May 9 – May 23 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Mar 28 – May 2 | Aug 29 – Sep 26 |
| Kale | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Broccoli | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Cabbage | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Okra | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | May 16 – May 30 | May 16 – May 30 | — |
| Basil | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 21 – May 2 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | May 9 – May 16 | May 2 – May 16 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | — | May 2 – May 16 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | — | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | May 9 – May 23 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 11 – May 9 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 2 – May 23 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 9 – May 30 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 10 – Nov 14 |
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 Glenville, WV weather station, 10 km away (elevation 738 ft (225 m)).
Frost dates near Cedarville
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- Sand Fork Apr 25 · Oct 24
- Glenville Apr 25 · Oct 24
- Exchange Apr 20 · Oct 25
- Rosedale Apr 29 · Oct 19
- Linn Apr 25 · Oct 24
- Burnsville Apr 22 · Oct 28
- Shock Apr 29 · Oct 19
- Gassaway Apr 20 · Oct 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cedarville, WV?
The median last spring frost in Cedarville, WV is April 25. 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 Cedarville, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 9.
How long is the growing season in Cedarville, WV?
About 182 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cedarville, WV?
Cedarville, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.