Frost dates for 89085 — North Las Vegas, NV
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 11 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How North Las Vegas compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in North Las Vegas fall between December 10 and January 24. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 24, or the last frost as late as February 19.
- North Las Vegas shares its weather station with Las Vegas, NV, 17 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 27 |
| 50% (median) | January 24 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 24 |
| 50% (median) | December 10 |
| 90% (late) | December 29 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Gardening where frost is rare
North Las Vegas, NV only freezes on a few winter nights, so the usual "plant after the last frost" rule doesn't apply. Heat and rainfall decide the seasons instead:
- Cool-season crops (lettuce, broccoli, peas, carrots) grow best from fall through late winter.
- Warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash) do best planted in late winter to spring, and again in late summer for a fall crop — midsummer heat can stop tomatoes setting fruit.
- Heat lovers (okra, sweet potatoes, melons) can be planted through spring and early summer.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Las Vegas Air Terminal, NV weather station, 11 km away (elevation 2,205 ft (672 m)).
ZIP codes in North Las Vegas: 89030 89031 89032 89033 89036 89081 89084 89085 89086 89087
Frost dates near North Las Vegas
- The Lakes (Clark) Jan 24 · Dec 10
- Las Vegas Jan 24 · Dec 10
- Nellis Afb Feb 1 · Dec 8
- Coyote Springs Feb 1 · Dec 8
- The Lakes Jan 31 · Dec 11
- Blue Diamond Mar 13 · Nov 15
- Henderson Jan 20 · Dec 15
- Sloan Feb 4 · Dec 5
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in North Las Vegas, NV?
The median last spring frost in North Las Vegas, NV is January 24. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in North Las Vegas, NV?
The median first fall frost is December 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 24.
How long is the growing season in North Las Vegas, NV?
About 320 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is North Las Vegas, NV?
North Las Vegas, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.