Frost dates for 11239 — Brooklyn, NY
Last spring frostApr 2median date
First fall frostNov 14median date
Growing season226 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Brooklyn compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Brooklyn falls between March 20 and April 13, a 24-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 2 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 31 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 226-day growing season is longer than 97% of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season (state median 163 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7b, where the median is Apr 5.
- The weather station records an average of 74 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with New York, NY, 15 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there and the growing season is 9 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 20 |
| 50% (median) | April 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 2 |
| 50% (median) | November 14 |
| 90% (late) | December 1 |
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 Brooklyn, NY
Frost dates for 11239 — Brooklyn, NY — last frost Apr 2, first frost Nov 14, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 23Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Transplant outside: Apr 16 to May 7
Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Dec 5
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Brooklyn, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Mar 5 – Apr 9 | Sep 19 – Oct 17 |
| Kale | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Broccoli | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cabbage | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Okra | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Basil | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 26 – Apr 9 | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 31 – Dec 5 |
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 Jfk Intl Ap, NY weather station, 10 km away (elevation 10 ft (3 m)).
ZIP codes in Brooklyn: 11201 11202 11203 11204 11205 11206 11207 11208 11209 11210 11211 11212 11213 11214 11215 11216 11217 11218 11219 11220 11221 11222 11223 11224 11225 11226 11228 11229 11230 11231 11232 11233 11234 11235 11236 11237 11238 11239 11241 11242 11243 11245 11247 11249 11251 11252 11256
Frost dates near Brooklyn
- Howard Beach Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Ozone Park Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Woodhaven Mar 26 · Nov 25
- Jamaica Apr 2 · Nov 14
- South Ozone Park Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Ridgewood Mar 26 · Nov 25
- South Richmond Hill Apr 2 · Nov 14
- Richmond Hill Apr 2 · Nov 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Brooklyn, NY?
The median last spring frost in Brooklyn, NY is April 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Brooklyn, NY?
The median first fall frost is November 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 2.
How long is the growing season in Brooklyn, NY?
About 226 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Brooklyn, NY?
Brooklyn, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.