Frost dates for 10006 — New York, NY
How New York compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in New York falls between March 14 and April 9, a 26-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 6 and December 6.
- The median last frost is 34 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 235-day growing season is among the longest of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 6 days earlier 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 67 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 14 |
| 50% (median) | March 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 6 |
| 50% (median) | November 20 |
| 90% (late) | December 6 |
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 New York, NY
Frost dates for 10006 — New York, NY — last frost Mar 30, first frost Nov 20, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in New York, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Mar 2 – Apr 6 | Sep 25 – Oct 23 |
| Kale | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Broccoli | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cabbage | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Okra | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Apr 20 – May 4 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — |
| Basil | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 23 – Apr 6 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 2 – Mar 9 | Apr 13 – Apr 20 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 2 – Mar 9 | — | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 2 – Mar 9 | — | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 2 – Mar 9 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 9 – Apr 6 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 9 – Apr 6 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 13 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 6 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 6 – Apr 27 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 13 – May 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 6 – Dec 11 |
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 New York Cntrl Pk Twr, NY weather station, 9 km away (elevation 131 ft (40 m)).
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Frost dates near New York
- Long Island City Mar 30 · Nov 20
- Brooklyn Apr 1 · Nov 19
- Sunnyside Mar 26 · Nov 25
- Ridgewood Mar 26 · Nov 25
- Maspeth Mar 26 · Nov 25
- Woodside Mar 26 · Nov 25
- Astoria Mar 26 · Nov 25
- Middle Village Mar 26 · Nov 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in New York, NY?
The median last spring frost in New York, NY is March 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in New York, NY?
The median first fall frost is November 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 6.
How long is the growing season in New York, NY?
About 235 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is New York, NY?
New York, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.