Frost dates for 67210 — Wichita, KS
Last spring frostApr 10median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season200 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Wichita compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Wichita falls between March 25 and April 27, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 13 and November 9.
- The median last frost is 8 days earlier than the Kansas median of Apr 18.
- Its 200-day growing season is longer than 81% of the 632 Kansas places with a regular frost season (state median 187 days).
- The last frost is 6 days earlier than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 102 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 25 |
| 50% (median) | April 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 13 |
| 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 Wichita, KS
Frost dates for 67210 — Wichita, KS — last frost Apr 10, first frost Oct 27, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 1Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 8Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1
Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 15
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Wichita, KS
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Mar 13 – Apr 17 | Sep 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Okra | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 1 – May 15 | May 1 – May 15 | — |
| Basil | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 6 – Apr 17 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | Apr 24 – May 1 | Apr 17 – May 1 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | — | Apr 17 – May 1 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | — | Apr 17 – May 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 17 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 17 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 24 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 17 – May 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | — | — |
| 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 Wichita Jabara Ap, KS weather station, 13 km away (elevation 1,421 ft (433 m)).
ZIP codes in Wichita: 67201 67202 67203 67204 67205 67206 67207 67208 67209 67210 67211 67212 67213 67214 67215 67216 67217 67218 67219 67220 67223 67226 67227 67228 67230 67232 67235 67260 67275 67276 67277 67278
Frost dates near Wichita
- Mcconnell Afb Apr 14 · Oct 22
- Derby Apr 14 · Oct 22
- Haysville Apr 14 · Oct 22
- Andover Apr 10 · Oct 27
- Rose Hill Apr 14 · Oct 22
- Peck Apr 14 · Oct 22
- Greenwich Apr 10 · Oct 27
- Kechi Apr 10 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Wichita, KS?
The median last spring frost in Wichita, KS is April 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Wichita, KS?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 13.
How long is the growing season in Wichita, KS?
About 200 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Wichita, KS?
Wichita, KS is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.