Frost dates for 13215 — Syracuse, NY
Last spring frostApr 29median date
First fall frostOct 19median date
Growing season173 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Syracuse compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Syracuse falls between April 16 and May 13, a 27-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 2 and November 4.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the New York median of May 3.
- Its 173-day growing season is longer than 70% of the 1,610 New York places with a regular frost season (state median 163 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 6a, where the median is Apr 29.
- The weather station records an average of 133 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Rochester, NY, 117 km away, the last frost here is 5 days later than there and the growing season is 11 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 16 |
| 50% (median) | April 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 2 |
| 50% (median) | October 19 |
| 90% (late) | November 4 |
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 Syracuse, NY
Frost dates for 13215 — Syracuse, NY — last frost Apr 29, first frost Oct 19, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 21
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Aug 3
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Aug 3
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Jul 13 to Aug 3
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 20 to Jun 3Sow outdoors: May 20 to Jun 3
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to May 6Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 28
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Transplant outside: May 13 to May 20Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20Plant for fall: Aug 3 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Apr 1 to Apr 8Transplant outside: May 13 to May 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to May 6Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 10
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 14
Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 27Plant for fall: Aug 3 to Aug 17
Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Transplant outside: May 13 to Jun 3
Plant for fall: Oct 5 to Nov 9
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Syracuse, NY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Apr 1 – May 6 | Aug 24 – Sep 21 |
| Kale | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Broccoli | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Cabbage | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | Jul 13 – Aug 3 |
| Okra | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | May 20 – Jun 3 | May 20 – Jun 3 | — |
| Basil | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 25 – May 6 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 | May 6 – May 20 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | — | May 6 – May 20 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | — | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Jul 27 – Aug 10 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 15 – May 13 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 6 – May 27 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 13 – Jun 3 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 5 – Nov 9 |
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 Syracuse Hancock Intl Ap, NY weather station, 18 km away (elevation 413 ft (126 m)).
ZIP codes in Syracuse: 13201 13202 13203 13204 13205 13206 13207 13208 13209 13210 13211 13212 13214 13215 13217 13218 13219 13220 13221 13224 13225 13235 13244 13250 13251 13252 13261 13290
Frost dates near Syracuse
- Nedrow Apr 29 · Oct 19
- Marcellus May 2 · Oct 18
- Camillus Apr 29 · Oct 19
- Marietta May 2 · Oct 18
- Jamesville Apr 29 · Oct 19
- La Fayette May 12 · Oct 5
- Liverpool Apr 29 · Oct 19
- Warners Apr 29 · Oct 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Syracuse, NY?
The median last spring frost in Syracuse, NY is April 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Syracuse, NY?
The median first fall frost is October 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 2.
How long is the growing season in Syracuse, NY?
About 173 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Syracuse, NY?
Syracuse, NY is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.