Frost dates for 43611 — Toledo, OH
Last spring frostApr 20median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season190 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Toledo compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Toledo falls between April 5 and May 7, a 32-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 14 and November 9.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Ohio median of Apr 24.
- Its 190-day growing season is longer than 82% of the 1,063 Ohio places with a regular frost season (state median 180 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 6b, where the median is Apr 22.
- The weather station records an average of 118 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Detroit, MI, 77 km away, the last frost here is 7 days earlier than there and the growing season is 9 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 5 |
| 50% (median) | April 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 14 |
| 50% (median) | October 27 |
| 90% (late) | November 9 |
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 Toledo, OH
Frost dates for 43611 — Toledo, OH — last frost Apr 20, first frost Oct 27, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 26 to Feb 9Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: May 4 to May 18
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: May 4 to May 18
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 13Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 6Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Apr 6 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Apr 6 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Mar 9 to Mar 23Transplant outside: May 11 to May 25Sow outdoors: May 11 to May 25
Start indoors: Mar 9 to Mar 23Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 30Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 30Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 16 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 23 to Mar 30Transplant outside: May 4 to May 11Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 11Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 23 to Mar 30Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 11Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 23 to Mar 30Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 11
Start indoors: Mar 23 to Mar 30Transplant outside: May 4 to May 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 30 to Apr 20
Sow outdoors: Apr 6 to May 4Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 6 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 18Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 11
Transplant outside: May 4 to May 25
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Toledo, OH
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | May 4 – May 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | May 4 – May 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | Mar 23 – Apr 27 | Sep 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Okra | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | May 11 – May 25 | May 11 – May 25 | — |
| Basil | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 30 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 30 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 27 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | May 4 – May 11 | Apr 27 – May 11 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | — | Apr 27 – May 11 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | — | Apr 27 – May 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | May 4 – May 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 27 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 27 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 6 – May 4 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 6 – Apr 27 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 27 – May 18 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 27 – May 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 4 – May 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 – Nov 17 |
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 Toledo Metcalf Fld, OH weather station, 16 km away (elevation 623 ft (190 m)).
ZIP codes in Toledo: 43405 43601 43603 43604 43605 43606 43607 43608 43609 43610 43611 43612 43613 43614 43615 43617 43620 43623 43635 43652 43654 43656 43657 43659 43660 43661 43666 43667 43681 43682 43697 43699
Frost dates near Toledo
- Harbor View Apr 20 · Oct 27
- Oregon Apr 20 · Oct 27
- Northwood Apr 20 · Oct 27
- Rossford Apr 20 · Oct 27
- Walbridge Apr 20 · Oct 27
- Millbury Apr 20 · Oct 27
- Williston Apr 20 · Oct 27
- Curtice Apr 20 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Toledo, OH?
The median last spring frost in Toledo, OH is April 20. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Toledo, OH?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 14.
How long is the growing season in Toledo, OH?
About 190 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Toledo, OH?
Toledo, OH is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.