Frost dates for 26505 — Morgantown, WV
Last spring frostApr 23median date
First fall frostOct 24median date
Growing season184 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Morgantown compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Morgantown falls between April 7 and May 14, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 11 and November 5.
- The median last frost is the same as the West Virginia median of Apr 23.
- Its 184-day growing season is longer than 57% of the 745 West Virginia places with a regular frost season (state median 182 days).
- The last frost is 7 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 102 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Pittsburgh, PA, 88 km away, the last frost here is 1 day earlier than there and the growing season is 2 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 7 |
| 50% (median) | April 23 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 14 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 11 |
| 50% (median) | October 24 |
| 90% (late) | November 5 |
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 Morgantown, WV
Frost dates for 26505 — Morgantown, WV — last frost Apr 23, first frost Oct 24, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 18 to Aug 8
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Transplant outside: May 14 to May 28Sow outdoors: May 14 to May 28
Start indoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Transplant outside: Apr 30 to May 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 7 to May 14Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14
Start indoors: Mar 26 to Apr 2Transplant outside: May 7 to May 21
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 30 to May 14
Transplant outside: May 7 to May 28
Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Nov 14
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Morgantown, WV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Mar 26 – Apr 30 | Aug 29 – Sep 26 |
| Kale | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Broccoli | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Cabbage | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Okra | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | May 14 – May 28 | May 14 – May 28 | — |
| Basil | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 14 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 30 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 14 | Apr 30 – May 14 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 21 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 30 – May 21 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 30 – May 14 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 7 – May 28 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 10 – Nov 14 |
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 Morgantown Hart Fld, WV weather station, 3 km away (elevation 1,240 ft (378 m)).
ZIP codes in Morgantown: 26501 26502 26504 26505 26506 26507 26508
Frost dates near Morgantown
- Granville Apr 26 · Oct 23
- Maidsville Apr 30 · Oct 23
- Osage Apr 26 · Oct 23
- Dellslow Apr 23 · Oct 24
- Pursglove Apr 26 · Oct 23
- Cassville Apr 26 · Oct 23
- Pentress Apr 26 · Oct 23
- Masontown Apr 23 · Oct 24
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Morgantown, WV?
The median last spring frost in Morgantown, WV is April 23. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 14, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Morgantown, WV?
The median first fall frost is October 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 11.
How long is the growing season in Morgantown, WV?
About 184 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Morgantown, WV?
Morgantown, WV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.