Frost dates for 84015 — Clearfield, UT
How Clearfield compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Clearfield falls between April 4 and May 10, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 7 and November 6.
- The median last frost is 18 days earlier than the Utah median of May 10.
- Its 183-day growing season is longer than 83% of the 250 Utah places with a regular frost season (state median 148 days).
- The last frost is 6 days later 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 121 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Layton, UT, 10 km away, the last frost here is 7 days earlier than there and the growing season is 9 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 4 |
| 50% (median) | April 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 7 |
| 50% (median) | October 22 |
| 90% (late) | November 6 |
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 Clearfield, UT
Frost dates for 84015 — Clearfield, UT — last frost Apr 22, first frost Oct 22, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Clearfield, UT
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Mar 25 – Apr 29 | Aug 27 – Sep 24 |
| Kale | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Broccoli | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cabbage | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Okra | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | May 13 – May 27 | May 13 – May 27 | — |
| Basil | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 29 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 13 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 20 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 6 – May 27 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 8 – Nov 12 |
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 Ogden Hinkley Ap, UT weather station, 8 km away (elevation 4,472 ft (1,363 m)).
ZIP codes in Clearfield: 84015 84016 84089
Frost dates near Clearfield
- Syracuse Apr 29 · Oct 20
- Roy Apr 22 · Oct 22
- Hill Afb Apr 29 · Oct 20
- Hooper Apr 22 · Oct 22
- Layton Apr 29 · Oct 20
- Kaysville Apr 19 · Oct 19
- Ogden Apr 21 · Oct 23
- Farmington Apr 19 · Oct 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Clearfield, UT?
The median last spring frost in Clearfield, UT is April 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Clearfield, UT?
The median first fall frost is October 22, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 7.
How long is the growing season in Clearfield, UT?
About 183 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Clearfield, UT?
Clearfield, UT is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.