Cool Ridge, WV frost dates
Last spring frostApr 22median date
First fall frostOct 21median date
Growing season182 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Cool Ridge compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cool Ridge falls between April 8 and May 13, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 8 and November 2.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier 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 107 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Roanoke, VA, 109 km away, the last frost here is 19 days later than there and the growing season is 30 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 8 |
| 50% (median) | April 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 8 |
| 50% (median) | October 21 |
| 90% (late) | November 2 |
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 Cool Ridge, WV
Cool Ridge, WV frost dates — last frost Apr 22, first frost Oct 21, zone 6b. 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 26 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Jul 15 to Aug 5
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 15 to Aug 5
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Jul 15 to Aug 5
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 29 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Mar 25 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 6 to May 13Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Mar 25 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
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 29 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 20Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 29 to May 13
Transplant outside: May 6 to May 27
Plant for fall: Oct 7 to Nov 11
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Cool Ridge, 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 26 – Sep 23 |
| Kale | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Broccoli | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 15 – Aug 5 |
| Cabbage | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 15 – Aug 5 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 15 – Aug 5 |
| 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 29 – Aug 19 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 29 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 13 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| 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 29 – Aug 12 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 6 – May 27 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 7 – Nov 11 |
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 Beckley Raleigh Co Ap, WV weather station, 13 km away (elevation 2,513 ft (766 m)).
Frost dates near Cool Ridge
- White Oak Apr 22 · Oct 21
- Ghent May 6 · Oct 10
- Daniels Apr 22 · Oct 21
- Jumping Branch Apr 10 · Oct 30
- Beaver Apr 22 · Oct 21
- Coal City May 6 · Oct 10
- Shady Spring Apr 22 · Oct 21
- Odd Apr 24 · Oct 20
- Josephine Apr 24 · Oct 20
- Raleigh May 6 · Oct 10
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cool Ridge, WV?
The median last spring frost in Cool Ridge, WV is April 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cool Ridge, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 8.
How long is the growing season in Cool Ridge, WV?
About 182 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cool Ridge, WV?
Cool Ridge, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.