Frost dates for 89148 — Las Vegas, NV
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 19 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Las Vegas compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Las Vegas fall between December 5 and February 4. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 19, or the last frost as late as February 27.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 10 |
| 50% (median) | February 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 19 |
| 50% (median) | December 5 |
| 90% (late) | December 23 |
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 Las Vegas, NV
Frost dates for 89148 — Las Vegas, NV — last frost Feb 4, first frost Dec 5, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
When to plant vegetables in Las Vegas, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 12 – Nov 26 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Jan 7 – Feb 11 | Oct 10 – Nov 7 |
| Kale | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Broccoli | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Cabbage | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Okra | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — |
| Basil | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 31 – Feb 11 | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Sep 19 – Oct 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 18 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Sep 19 – Oct 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 21 – Dec 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 Las Vegas Wfo, NV weather station, 11 km away (elevation 2,274 ft (693 m)).
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Las Vegas, NV?
The median last spring frost in Las Vegas, NV is February 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Las Vegas, NV?
The median first fall frost is December 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 19.
How long is the growing season in Las Vegas, NV?
About 304 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Las Vegas, NV?
Las Vegas, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.