Frost dates for 16699 — Cresson, PA
Last spring frostMay 17median date
First fall frostOct 2median date
Growing season138 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6aZone 6a
How Cresson compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cresson falls between April 30 and June 1, a 32-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 19 and October 14.
- The median last frost is 20 days later than the Pennsylvania median of Apr 27.
- Its 138-day growing season is among the shortest of the 1,787 Pennsylvania places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 18 days later than the zone 6a median of Apr 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 157 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Pittsburgh, PA, 110 km away, the last frost here is 23 days later than there and the growing season is 48 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 30 |
| 50% (median) | May 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | June 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 19 |
| 50% (median) | October 2 |
| 90% (late) | October 14 |
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 Cresson, PA
Frost dates for 16699 — Cresson, PA — last frost May 17, first frost Oct 2, zone 6a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Start indoors: Mar 22 to Apr 5Transplant outside: May 3 to May 17Plant for fall: Jun 26 to Jul 17
Start indoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Transplant outside: Jun 7 to Jun 21Sow outdoors: Jun 7 to Jun 21
Start indoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Transplant outside: May 24 to Jun 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 7Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Jul 31
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7
Start indoors: Apr 19 to Apr 26Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 14
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 24Plant for fall: Jul 10 to Jul 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 24Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 17
Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 31Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 7
Sow outdoors: May 3 to May 24Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 14Plant for fall: Jul 17 to Jul 31
Sow outdoors: May 24 to Jun 7
Transplant outside: May 31 to Jun 21
Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 23
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Cresson, PA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Peppers | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 26 – May 10 | Apr 19 – May 24 | Aug 7 – Sep 4 |
| Kale | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Broccoli | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 3 – May 17 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Cabbage | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | May 3 – May 17 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 17 |
| Okra | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 | — |
| Basil | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | May 24 – Jun 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Jul 10 – Jul 31 |
| Spinach | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Radishes | — | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | May 31 – Jun 7 | May 24 – Jun 7 | Jul 17 – Jul 31 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | May 31 – Jun 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Jul 10 – Jul 24 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | May 3 – May 31 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Cilantro | — | — | May 3 – May 24 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 24 – Jun 14 | Jul 17 – Jul 31 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 24 – Jun 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 31 – Jun 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 18 – Oct 23 |
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 Ebensburg Sewage Plt, PA weather station, 3 km away (elevation 1,939 ft (591 m)).
ZIP codes in Cresson: 16630 16699
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cresson, PA?
The median last spring frost in Cresson, PA is May 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after June 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cresson, PA?
The median first fall frost is October 2, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 19.
How long is the growing season in Cresson, PA?
About 138 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cresson, PA?
Cresson, PA is in USDA hardiness zone 6a.