Frost dates for 84201 — Ogden, UT
How Ogden compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Ogden falls between April 5 and May 9, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 1 and November 2.
- The median last frost is 18 days earlier than the Utah median of May 10.
- Its 179-day growing season is longer than 80% 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 128 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Salt Lake City, UT, 60 km away, the last frost here is 3 days earlier than there and the growing season is 3 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 5 |
| 50% (median) | April 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 1 |
| 50% (median) | October 18 |
| 90% (late) | November 2 |
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 Ogden, UT
Frost dates for 84201 — Ogden, UT — last frost Apr 22, first frost Oct 18, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Ogden, 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 23 – Sep 20 |
| Kale | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Broccoli | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| Cabbage | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 2 |
| 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 26 – Aug 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 29 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 13 | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| 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 26 – Aug 9 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 29 – May 13 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 6 – May 27 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 4 – Nov 8 |
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 Sugar Factory, UT weather station, 2 km away (elevation 4,281 ft (1,305 m)).
ZIP codes in Ogden: 84201 84244 84401 84402 84403 84404 84405 84407 84408 84409 84412 84414 84415
Frost dates near Ogden
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- Syracuse Apr 29 · Oct 20
- Layton Apr 29 · Oct 20
- Clearfield Apr 19 · Oct 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Ogden, UT?
The median last spring frost in Ogden, UT is April 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Ogden, UT?
The median first fall frost is October 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 1.
How long is the growing season in Ogden, UT?
About 179 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Ogden, UT?
Ogden, UT is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.