Falling Rock, WV frost dates
Last spring frostApr 21median date
First fall frostOct 28median date
Growing season190 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Falling Rock compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Falling Rock falls between April 5 and May 11, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 15 and November 8.
- The median last frost is 2 days earlier than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 190-day growing season is longer than 69% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 5 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 116 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 5 |
| 50% (median) | April 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 15 |
| 50% (median) | October 28 |
| 90% (late) | November 8 |
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 Falling Rock, WV
Falling Rock, WV frost dates — last frost Apr 21, first frost Oct 28, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 5 to May 12Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Transplant outside: May 5 to May 26
Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Falling Rock, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Mar 24 – Apr 28 | Sep 2 – Sep 30 |
| Kale | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Broccoli | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cabbage | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Okra | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | May 12 – May 26 | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Basil | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 10 – Mar 31 | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 10 – Mar 31 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 28 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | May 5 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | — | Apr 28 – May 12 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | — | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 7 – Apr 28 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 5 – May 26 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 14 – Nov 18 |
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 Clendenin, WV weather station, 4 km away (elevation 699 ft (213 m)).
Frost dates near Falling Rock
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- Clendenin Apr 21 · Oct 28
- Elkview Apr 16 · Oct 26
- Pinch Apr 16 · Oct 26
- Walton Apr 21 · Oct 28
- Amma Apr 21 · Oct 28
- Bomont Apr 21 · Oct 28
- Procious Apr 21 · Oct 28
- Glen Apr 21 · Oct 28
- Left Hand Apr 21 · Oct 28
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Falling Rock, WV?
The median last spring frost in Falling Rock, WV is April 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 11, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Falling Rock, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 28, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 15.
How long is the growing season in Falling Rock, WV?
About 190 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Falling Rock, WV?
Falling Rock, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.