Frost dates for 53008 — Brookfield, WI
Last spring frostApr 30median date
First fall frostOct 14median date
Growing season167 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone5bZone 5b
How Brookfield compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Brookfield falls between April 16 and May 15, a 29-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 28 and October 27.
- The median last frost is 5 days earlier than the Wisconsin median of May 5.
- Its 167-day growing season is longer than 82% of the 749 Wisconsin places with a regular frost season (state median 155 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 5b, where the median is May 1.
- The weather station records an average of 149 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Milwaukee, WI, 12 km away, the last frost here is 4 days later than there and the growing season is 12 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 16 |
| 50% (median) | April 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 28 |
| 50% (median) | October 14 |
| 90% (late) | October 27 |
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 Brookfield, WI
Frost dates for 53008 — Brookfield, WI — last frost Apr 30, first frost Oct 14, zone 5b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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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 19 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 29
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 29
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Jul 8 to Jul 29
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 22 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to May 7Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Transplant outside: May 14 to May 21Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Apr 2 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
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 22 to Aug 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 14Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to May 7Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 28Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 12
Sow outdoors: May 7 to May 21
Transplant outside: May 14 to Jun 4
Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Nov 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Brookfield, WI
| 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 19 – Sep 16 |
| Kale | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Broccoli | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | Jul 8 – Jul 29 |
| Cabbage | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | Jul 8 – Jul 29 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | Jul 8 – Jul 29 |
| 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 22 – Aug 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 26 – May 7 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | May 14 – May 21 | May 7 – May 21 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | — | May 7 – May 21 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| 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 22 – Aug 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 9 – May 7 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 16 – May 14 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 7 – May 28 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 7 – May 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 14 – Jun 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 30 – Nov 4 |
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 Brookfield Wwtp, WI weather station, 6 km away (elevation 830 ft (253 m)).
ZIP codes in Brookfield: 53005 53008 53045
Frost dates near Brookfield
- Elm Grove Apr 26 · Oct 18
- Butler Apr 26 · Oct 18
- New Berlin May 3 · Oct 14
- Lannon Apr 30 · Oct 16
- Menomonee Falls May 6 · Oct 8
- Milwaukee Apr 26 · Oct 22
- Sussex Apr 30 · Oct 16
- Pewaukee May 1 · Oct 13
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Brookfield, WI?
The median last spring frost in Brookfield, WI is April 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Brookfield, WI?
The median first fall frost is October 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 28.
How long is the growing season in Brookfield, WI?
About 167 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Brookfield, WI?
Brookfield, WI is in USDA hardiness zone 5b.