Craigsville, WV frost dates
Last spring frostApr 30median date
First fall frostOct 18median date
Growing season171 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Craigsville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Craigsville falls between April 14 and May 17, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 1 and November 1.
- The median last frost is 7 days later than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 171-day growing season is longer than 23% 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 122 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 14 |
| 50% (median) | April 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 1 |
| 50% (median) | October 18 |
| 90% (late) | November 1 |
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 Craigsville, WV
Craigsville, WV frost dates — last frost Apr 30, first frost Oct 18, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Aug 2
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Aug 2
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 12 to Aug 2
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 21 to Jun 4Sow outdoors: May 21 to Jun 4
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to May 7Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Transplant outside: May 14 to May 21Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 9
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 28Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 16
Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21
Transplant outside: May 14 to Jun 4
Plant for fall: Oct 4 to Nov 8
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Craigsville, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Apr 2 – May 7 | Aug 23 – Sep 20 |
| Kale | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Broccoli | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| Cabbage | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| Okra | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | May 21 – Jun 4 | May 21 – Jun 4 | — |
| Basil | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 26 – May 7 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | May 14 – May 21 | May 7 – May 21 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | — | May 7 – May 21 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | — | May 7 – May 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 16 – May 14 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 7 – May 28 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 7 – May 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 14 – Jun 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 4 – Nov 8 |
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 Richwood 1sse, WV weather station, 17 km away (elevation 3,091 ft (942 m)).
Frost dates near Craigsville
- Calvin May 5 · Oct 7
- Camden On Gauley Apr 30 · Oct 18
- Fenwick Apr 30 · Oct 18
- Tioga Apr 30 · Oct 18
- Canvas May 5 · Oct 7
- Cowen May 4 · Oct 12
- Nettie May 5 · Oct 7
- Richwood Apr 30 · Oct 18
- Drennen Apr 27 · Oct 19
- Gilboa Apr 27 · Oct 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Craigsville, WV?
The median last spring frost in Craigsville, WV is April 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Craigsville, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 1.
How long is the growing season in Craigsville, WV?
About 171 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Craigsville, WV?
Craigsville, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.