Frost dates for 08401 — Atlantic City, NJ
Last spring frostMar 26median date
First fall frostNov 21median date
Growing season240 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Atlantic City compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Atlantic City falls between March 10 and April 6, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 6 and December 7.
- The median last frost is 21 days earlier than the New Jersey median of Apr 16.
- Its 240-day growing season is among the longest of the 582 New Jersey places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is typical for zone 8a, where the median is Mar 29.
- The weather station records an average of 56 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Vineland, NJ, 50 km away, the last frost here is 29 days earlier than there and the growing season is 58 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 10 |
| 50% (median) | March 26 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 6 |
| 50% (median) | November 21 |
| 90% (late) | December 7 |
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 Atlantic City, NJ
Frost dates for 08401 — Atlantic City, NJ — last frost Mar 26, first frost Nov 21, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 1 to Jan 15Transplant outside: Feb 26 to Mar 12
Start indoors: Jan 15 to Jan 29Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Jan 15 to Jan 29Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Feb 26 to Mar 12Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 16Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 30
Plant for fall: Nov 7 to Dec 12
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Atlantic City, NJ
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Feb 26 – Apr 2 | Sep 26 – Oct 24 |
| Kale | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Broccoli | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Cabbage | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Okra | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — |
| Basil | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 19 – Apr 2 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 16 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 7 – Dec 12 |
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 Atlantic City, NJ weather station, 2 km away (elevation 10 ft (3 m)).
ZIP codes in Atlantic City: 08401 08404 08405
Frost dates near Atlantic City
- Ventnor City Mar 26 · Nov 22
- Pleasantville Mar 26 · Nov 22
- Brigantine Mar 26 · Nov 21
- Margate City Mar 26 · Nov 22
- Absecon Apr 18 · Oct 29
- Longport Mar 26 · Nov 22
- Northfield Mar 26 · Nov 22
- Oceanville Apr 18 · Oct 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Atlantic City, NJ?
The median last spring frost in Atlantic City, NJ is March 26. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Atlantic City, NJ?
The median first fall frost is November 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 6.
How long is the growing season in Atlantic City, NJ?
About 240 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Atlantic City, NJ?
Atlantic City, NJ is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.