Winfield, WV frost dates
Last spring frostApr 18median date
First fall frostOct 30median date
Growing season195 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Winfield compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Winfield falls between April 2 and May 9, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 17 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 5 days earlier than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 195-day growing season is longer than 79% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 101 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 2 |
| 50% (median) | April 18 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 17 |
| 50% (median) | October 30 |
| 90% (late) | November 10 |
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 Winfield, WV
Winfield, WV frost dates — last frost Apr 18, first frost Oct 30, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Transplant outside: May 9 to May 23Sow outdoors: May 9 to May 23
Start indoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 2 to May 9Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Mar 21 to Mar 28Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 16Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 25 to May 9
Transplant outside: May 2 to May 23
Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Winfield, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Mar 21 – Apr 25 | Sep 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Okra | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | May 9 – May 23 | May 9 – May 23 | — |
| Basil | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 25 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 16 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 4 – May 2 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 25 – May 16 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 2 – May 23 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 16 – Nov 20 |
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 Winfield Locks, WV weather station, 3 km away (elevation 620 ft (189 m)).
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Winfield, WV?
The median last spring frost in Winfield, WV is April 18. 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 Winfield, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 30, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 17.
How long is the growing season in Winfield, WV?
About 195 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Winfield, WV?
Winfield, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.