Frost dates for 73012 — Edmond, OK
Last spring frostApr 2median date
First fall frostNov 5median date
Growing season217 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Edmond compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Edmond falls between March 12 and April 18, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 20 and November 20.
- The median last frost is 2 days earlier than the Oklahoma median of Apr 4.
- Its 217-day growing season is longer than 69% of the 582 Oklahoma places with a regular frost season (state median 211 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7b, where the median is Apr 5.
- The weather station records an average of 68 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Edmond shares its weather station with Oklahoma City, OK, 14 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 12 |
| 50% (median) | April 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 18 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 20 |
| 50% (median) | November 5 |
| 90% (late) | November 20 |
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 Edmond, OK
Frost dates for 73012 — Edmond, OK — last frost Apr 2, first frost Nov 5, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 23 to May 7Sow outdoors: Apr 23 to May 7
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 24 to Oct 15
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 23Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Mar 5 to Mar 12Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 19 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 30Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Transplant outside: Apr 16 to May 7
Plant for fall: Oct 22 to Nov 26
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Edmond, OK
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Mar 5 – Apr 9 | Sep 10 – Oct 8 |
| Kale | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Broccoli | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Cabbage | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Okra | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Basil | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 26 – Apr 9 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 22 – Nov 26 |
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 Spencer 2ene Mesonet, OK weather station, 15 km away (elevation 1,224 ft (373 m)).
ZIP codes in Edmond: 73003 73012 73013 73025 73034 73083
Frost dates near Edmond
- Arcadia Apr 2 · Nov 5
- Oklahoma City Apr 2 · Nov 5
- Spencer Apr 2 · Nov 5
- Jones Apr 2 · Nov 5
- Nicoma Park Apr 2 · Nov 5
- Bethany Apr 2 · Nov 4
- Guthrie Apr 3 · Nov 1
- Choctaw Apr 2 · Nov 5
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Edmond, OK?
The median last spring frost in Edmond, OK is April 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 18, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Edmond, OK?
The median first fall frost is November 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 20.
How long is the growing season in Edmond, OK?
About 217 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Edmond, OK?
Edmond, OK is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.