Frost dates for 73023 — Chickasha, OK
How Chickasha compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Chickasha falls between March 20 and April 20, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 18 and November 15.
- The median last frost is the same as the Oklahoma median of Apr 4.
- Its 211-day growing season is longer than 48% 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 79 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Norman, OK, 51 km away, the last frost here is 1 day later than there and the growing season is 3 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 20 |
| 50% (median) | April 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 20 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 18 |
| 50% (median) | November 1 |
| 90% (late) | November 15 |
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 Chickasha, OK
Frost dates for 73023 — Chickasha, OK — last frost Apr 4, first frost Nov 1, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Chickasha, OK
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Mar 7 – Apr 11 | Sep 6 – Oct 4 |
| Kale | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Broccoli | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cabbage | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Okra | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 25 – May 9 | Apr 25 – May 9 | — |
| Basil | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 18 – May 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 11 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 11 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 18 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 11 – May 2 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 18 – May 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 18 – Nov 22 |
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 Chickasha Exp Station, OK weather station, 2 km away (elevation 1,086 ft (331 m)).
ZIP codes in Chickasha: 73018 73023
Frost dates near Chickasha
- Pocasset Apr 4 · Nov 1
- Amber Apr 4 · Nov 1
- Verden Apr 8 · Oct 30
- Ninnekah Apr 6 · Nov 1
- Alex Apr 6 · Nov 1
- Cement Apr 3 · Nov 3
- Blanchard Apr 3 · Nov 4
- Anadarko Apr 8 · Oct 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Chickasha, OK?
The median last spring frost in Chickasha, OK is April 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 20, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Chickasha, OK?
The median first fall frost is November 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 18.
How long is the growing season in Chickasha, OK?
About 211 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Chickasha, OK?
Chickasha, OK is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.