Frost dates for 25323 — Charleston, WV
How Charleston compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Charleston falls between April 1 and May 5, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 13 and November 6.
- The median last frost is 7 days earlier than the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 193-day growing season is longer than 73% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 94 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 1 |
| 50% (median) | April 16 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 13 |
| 50% (median) | October 26 |
| 90% (late) | November 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 Charleston, WV
Frost dates for 25323 — Charleston, WV — last frost Apr 16, first frost Oct 26, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Charleston, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 19 – Apr 23 | Aug 31 – Sep 28 |
| Kale | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Broccoli | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cabbage | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Okra | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | May 7 – May 21 | May 7 – May 21 | — |
| Basil | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 23 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 7 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 23 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 23 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 23 – May 14 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 30 – May 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 12 – Nov 16 |
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 Charleston Yeager Ap, WV weather station, 5 km away (elevation 909 ft (277 m)).
ZIP codes in Charleston: 25301 25302 25304 25305 25306 25311 25312 25313 25314 25315 25317 25320 25321 25322 25323 25324 25325 25326 25327 25328 25329 25330 25331 25332 25333 25334 25335 25336 25337 25338 25339 25350 25356 25357 25358 25360 25361 25362 25364 25365 25375 25387 25389 25392 25396
Frost dates near Charleston
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- Institute Apr 18 · Oct 26
- Tad Apr 16 · Oct 26
- Pinch Apr 16 · Oct 26
- Alum Creek Apr 23 · Oct 20
- Elkview Apr 16 · Oct 26
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Charleston, WV?
The median last spring frost in Charleston, WV is April 16. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Charleston, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 13.
How long is the growing season in Charleston, WV?
About 193 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Charleston, WV?
Charleston, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.