Frost dates for 08002 — Cherry Hill, NJ
Last spring frostApr 15median date
First fall frostOct 31median date
Growing season199 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Cherry Hill compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cherry Hill falls between April 1 and May 1, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 16 and November 12.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the New Jersey median of Apr 16.
- Its 199-day growing season is longer than 60% of the 582 New Jersey places with a regular frost season (state median 194 days).
- The last frost is 10 days later than the zone 7b median of Apr 5. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 103 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Camden, NJ, 8 km away, the last frost here is 16 days later than there and the growing season is 33 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 1 |
| 50% (median) | April 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 16 |
| 50% (median) | October 31 |
| 90% (late) | November 12 |
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 Cherry Hill, NJ
Frost dates for 08002 — Cherry Hill, NJ — last frost Apr 15, first frost Oct 31, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 6Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 20
Plant for fall: Oct 17 to Nov 21
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Cherry Hill, NJ
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | Sep 5 – Oct 3 |
| Kale | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Broccoli | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Cabbage | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Okra | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 6 – May 20 | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Basil | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 22 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 22 – May 13 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 17 – Nov 21 |
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 Pennsauken 1n, NJ weather station, 4 km away (elevation 46 ft (14 m)).
ZIP codes in Cherry Hill: 08002 08003 08034
Frost dates near Cherry Hill
- Maple Shade Apr 12 · Nov 1
- Merchantville Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Collingswood Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Haddonfield Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Pennsauken Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Oaklyn Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Audubon Apr 15 · Oct 31
- Moorestown Apr 12 · Nov 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cherry Hill, NJ?
The median last spring frost in Cherry Hill, NJ is April 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cherry Hill, NJ?
The median first fall frost is October 31, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 16.
How long is the growing season in Cherry Hill, NJ?
About 199 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cherry Hill, NJ?
Cherry Hill, NJ is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.