Frost dates for 64144 — Kansas City, MO
How Kansas City compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Kansas City falls between April 4 and May 5, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 4 and October 30.
- The median last frost is 7 days later than the Missouri median of Apr 12.
- Its 181-day growing season is longer than 10% of the 938 Missouri places with a regular frost season (state median 195 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 6b, where the median is Apr 22.
- The weather station records an average of 128 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 4 |
| 50% (median) | April 19 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 4 |
| 50% (median) | October 17 |
| 90% (late) | October 30 |
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 Kansas City, MO
Frost dates for 64144 — Kansas City, MO — last frost Apr 19, first frost Oct 17, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Kansas City, MO
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | May 3 – May 17 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | May 3 – May 17 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Mar 22 – Apr 26 | Aug 22 – Sep 19 |
| Kale | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Broccoli | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Cabbage | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — | Jul 11 – Aug 1 |
| Okra | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 10 – May 24 | May 10 – May 24 | — |
| Basil | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 8 – Mar 29 | Jul 25 – Aug 15 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 8 – Mar 29 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 26 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 22 – Mar 29 | May 3 – May 10 | Apr 26 – May 10 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 22 – Mar 29 | — | Apr 26 – May 10 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 22 – Mar 29 | — | Apr 26 – May 10 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 22 – Mar 29 | May 3 – May 17 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 5 – May 3 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 26 – May 17 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 26 – May 10 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 3 – May 24 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 3 – Nov 7 |
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 Kearney 3e, MO weather station, 12 km away (elevation 840 ft (256 m)).
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Kansas City, MO?
The median last spring frost in Kansas City, MO is April 19. 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 Kansas City, MO?
The median first fall frost is October 17, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 4.
How long is the growing season in Kansas City, MO?
About 181 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Kansas City, MO?
Kansas City, MO is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.