Frost dates for 89161 — Las Vegas, NV
How Las Vegas compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Las Vegas falls between February 20 and April 11, a 50-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 31 and November 30.
- The median last frost is 59 days earlier than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 247-day growing season is longer than 90% of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season (state median 149 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 75 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 20 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 31 |
| 50% (median) | November 15 |
| 90% (late) | November 30 |
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 89161 — Las Vegas, NV — last frost Mar 13, first frost Nov 15, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Las Vegas, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 13 – Mar 20 | Sep 20 – Oct 18 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Okra | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — |
| Basil | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 6 – Sep 20 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 6 – Sep 20 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 6 – Sep 20 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 1 – Dec 6 |
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 Red Rock Canyon - Spg Mt Rch S, NV weather station, 12 km away (elevation 3,780 ft (1,152 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 March 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 11, 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 November 15, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 31.
How long is the growing season in Las Vegas, NV?
About 247 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 8b.