Frost dates for 08362 — Vineland, NJ
Last spring frostApr 11median date
First fall frostNov 3median date
Growing season206 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Vineland compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Vineland falls between March 29 and April 27, a 29-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 18 and November 18.
- The median last frost is 5 days earlier than the New Jersey median of Apr 16.
- Its 206-day growing season is longer than 71% of the 582 New Jersey places with a regular frost season (state median 194 days).
- The last frost is 5 days earlier 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 104 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Cherry Hill, NJ, 47 km away, the last frost here is 1 day earlier than there and the growing season is 3 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 29 |
| 50% (median) | April 11 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 18 |
| 50% (median) | November 3 |
| 90% (late) | November 18 |
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 Vineland, NJ
Frost dates for 08362 — Vineland, NJ — last frost Apr 11, first frost Nov 3, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: May 2 to May 16Sow outdoors: May 2 to May 16
Start indoors: Feb 28 to Mar 14Transplant outside: Apr 18 to May 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 2Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2
Start indoors: Mar 14 to Mar 21Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 25Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 9Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 18 to May 2
Transplant outside: Apr 25 to May 16
Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Vineland, NJ
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 14 – Apr 18 | Sep 8 – Oct 6 |
| Kale | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Broccoli | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Cabbage | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Okra | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | May 2 – May 16 | May 2 – May 16 | — |
| Basil | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 18 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 2 | Apr 18 – May 2 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 25 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 18 – May 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 25 – May 16 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 20 – Nov 24 |
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 Woodstown Pittsgrov 4e, NJ weather station, 14 km away (elevation 98 ft (30 m)).
ZIP codes in Vineland: 08360 08361 08362
Frost dates near Vineland
- Norma Apr 11 · Nov 3
- Minotola Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Newfield Apr 11 · Nov 3
- Landisville Apr 14 · Oct 27
- Rosenhayn Apr 10 · Nov 1
- Malaga Apr 11 · Nov 3
- Richland Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Buena Apr 14 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Vineland, NJ?
The median last spring frost in Vineland, NJ is April 11. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Vineland, NJ?
The median first fall frost is November 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 18.
How long is the growing season in Vineland, NJ?
About 206 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Vineland, NJ?
Vineland, NJ is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.