Frost dates for 64154 — Kansas City, MO
How Kansas City compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Kansas City falls between March 30 and April 29, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 9 and November 5.
- The median last frost is 1 day later than the Missouri median of Apr 12.
- Its 194-day growing season is longer than 44% of the 938 Missouri places with a regular frost season (state median 195 days).
- The last frost is 9 days earlier than the zone 6b median of Apr 22. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 107 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 30 |
| 50% (median) | April 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 29 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 9 |
| 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 Kansas City, MO
Frost dates for 64154 — Kansas City, MO — last frost Apr 13, first frost Oct 24, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Kansas City, MO
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Mar 16 – Apr 20 | Aug 29 – Sep 26 |
| Kale | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Broccoli | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Cabbage | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 8 |
| Okra | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | May 4 – May 18 | May 4 – May 18 | — |
| Basil | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 2 – Mar 23 | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 2 – Mar 23 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 9 – Apr 20 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | Apr 27 – May 4 | Apr 20 – May 4 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | — | Apr 20 – May 4 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | — | Apr 20 – May 4 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 20 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 20 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 27 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 20 – May 11 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 20 – May 4 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 27 – May 18 | — | — |
| 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 Kansas City Intl Ap, MO weather station, 9 km away (elevation 1,004 ft (306 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 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 29, 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 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 9.
How long is the growing season in Kansas City, MO?
About 194 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.