Frost dates for 24740 — Princeton, WV
Last spring frostApr 30median date
First fall frostOct 10median date
Growing season163 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Princeton compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Princeton falls between April 14 and May 19, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 27 and October 22.
- The median last frost is 7 days later than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 163-day growing season is longer than 16% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 14 days later than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 125 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Roanoke, VA, 104 km away, the last frost here is 27 days later than there and the growing season is 49 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 14 |
| 50% (median) | April 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 27 |
| 50% (median) | October 10 |
| 90% (late) | October 22 |
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 Princeton, WV
Frost dates for 24740 — Princeton, WV — last frost Apr 30, first frost Oct 10, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 4 to Jul 25
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 4 to Jul 25
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 4 to Jul 25
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 21 to Jun 4Sow outdoors: May 21 to Jun 4
Start indoors: Mar 19 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Transplant outside: May 14 to May 21Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 15
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 28Plant for fall: Jul 25 to Aug 8
Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21
Transplant outside: May 14 to Jun 4
Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 31
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Princeton, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Apr 2 – May 7 | Aug 15 – Sep 12 |
| Kale | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Broccoli | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | Jul 4 – Jul 25 |
| Cabbage | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 4 – Jul 25 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | Jul 4 – Jul 25 |
| Okra | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | May 21 – Jun 4 | May 21 – Jun 4 | — |
| Basil | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 26 – May 7 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | May 14 – May 21 | May 7 – May 21 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | — | May 7 – May 21 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | — | May 7 – May 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | May 14 – May 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Jul 18 – Aug 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 16 – May 14 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 7 – May 28 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 7 – May 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 14 – Jun 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 26 – Oct 31 |
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 Athens, WV weather station, 9 km away (elevation 2,497 ft (761 m)).
ZIP codes in Princeton: 24739 24740
Frost dates near Princeton
- Kegley Apr 30 · Oct 10
- Rock Apr 21 · Oct 22
- Spanishburg Apr 30 · Oct 10
- Lashmeet Apr 21 · Oct 22
- Camp Creek Apr 30 · Oct 10
- Matoaka Apr 21 · Oct 22
- Athens Apr 30 · Oct 10
- Montcalm Apr 21 · Oct 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Princeton, WV?
The median last spring frost in Princeton, WV is April 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Princeton, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 27.
How long is the growing season in Princeton, WV?
About 163 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Princeton, WV?
Princeton, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.