Frost dates for 44305 — Akron, OH
Last spring frostApr 24median date
First fall frostOct 28median date
Growing season187 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Akron compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Akron falls between April 10 and May 9, a 29-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 12 and November 8.
- The median last frost is the same as the Ohio median of Apr 24.
- Its 187-day growing season is longer than 74% 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 Cleveland, OH, 52 km away, the last frost here is 16 days later than there and the growing season is 31 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 10 |
| 50% (median) | April 24 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 12 |
| 50% (median) | October 28 |
| 90% (late) | November 8 |
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 Akron, OH
Frost dates for 44305 — Akron, OH — last frost Apr 24, first frost Oct 28, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to May 1Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Sow outdoors: May 15 to May 29
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to May 1Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 8 to May 15Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 8Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 1Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 22Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15
Transplant outside: May 8 to May 29
Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Akron, OH
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 1 – May 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Mar 27 – May 1 | Sep 2 – Sep 30 |
| Kale | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Broccoli | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cabbage | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Okra | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 15 – May 29 | May 15 – May 29 | — |
| Basil | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 1 – May 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 20 – May 1 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | May 8 – May 15 | May 1 – May 15 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | — | May 1 – May 15 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | — | May 1 – May 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 3 – May 1 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 3 – May 1 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 10 – May 8 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 1 – May 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 8 – May 29 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 14 – Nov 18 |
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 Akron Fulton Intl Ap, OH weather station, 4 km away (elevation 1,043 ft (318 m)).
ZIP codes in Akron: 44301 44302 44303 44304 44305 44306 44307 44308 44309 44310 44311 44312 44313 44314 44315 44316 44317 44319 44320 44321 44325 44326 44328 44333 44372 44396 44398
Frost dates near Akron
- Tallmadge Apr 30 · Oct 21
- Lakemore Apr 24 · Oct 28
- Cuyahoga Falls Apr 30 · Oct 21
- Munroe Falls Apr 30 · Oct 21
- Mogadore Apr 24 · Oct 28
- Stow Apr 30 · Oct 21
- Kent Apr 21 · Oct 29
- Hudson Apr 30 · Oct 21
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Akron, OH?
The median last spring frost in Akron, OH is April 24. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Akron, OH?
The median first fall frost is October 28, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 12.
How long is the growing season in Akron, OH?
About 187 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Akron, OH?
Akron, OH is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.