Charlton Heights, WV frost dates
Last spring frostApr 22median date
First fall frostOct 22median date
Growing season183 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Charlton Heights compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Charlton Heights falls between April 8 and May 9, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 8 and November 3.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 183-day growing season is longer than 53% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 6 days later 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 113 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 8 |
| 50% (median) | April 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 8 |
| 50% (median) | October 22 |
| 90% (late) | November 3 |
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 Charlton Heights, WV
Charlton Heights, WV frost dates — last frost Apr 22, first frost Oct 22, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 24
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Aug 6
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Aug 6
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Aug 6
Start indoors: Mar 11 to Mar 25Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27Sow outdoors: May 13 to May 27
Start indoors: Mar 11 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Mar 25 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 6 to May 13Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Mar 25 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Mar 25 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Mar 25 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 13
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 20Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 20
Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13
Transplant outside: May 6 to May 27
Plant for fall: Oct 8 to Nov 12
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Charlton Heights, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Mar 25 – Apr 29 | Aug 27 – Sep 24 |
| Kale | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Broccoli | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cabbage | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Okra | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | May 13 – May 27 | May 13 – May 27 | — |
| Basil | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 29 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 13 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 6 – May 27 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 8 – Nov 12 |
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 Anstead Hawks Nest Sp, WV weather station, 10 km away (elevation 1,296 ft (395 m)).
Frost dates near Charlton Heights
- Deep Water Apr 7 · Nov 4
- Kanawha Falls Apr 22 · Oct 22
- Robson Apr 22 · Oct 22
- Glen Ferris Apr 22 · Oct 22
- Alloy Apr 7 · Nov 4
- Boomer Apr 7 · Nov 4
- Mount Carbon Apr 7 · Nov 4
- Gauley Bridge Apr 22 · Oct 22
- Kimberly Apr 7 · Nov 4
- Powellton Apr 7 · Nov 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Charlton Heights, WV?
The median last spring frost in Charlton Heights, WV is April 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Charlton Heights, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 22, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 8.
How long is the growing season in Charlton Heights, WV?
About 183 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Charlton Heights, WV?
Charlton Heights, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.