Frost dates for 89557 — Reno, NV
Last spring frostApr 28median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season182 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Reno compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Reno falls between April 9 and May 19, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 10 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 13 days earlier than the Nevada median of May 11.
- Its 182-day growing season is longer than 73% of the 84 Nevada places with a regular frost season (state median 149 days).
- The last frost is 12 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 102 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 9 |
| 50% (median) | April 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 10 |
| 50% (median) | October 27 |
| 90% (late) | November 10 |
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 Reno, NV
Frost dates for 89557 — Reno, NV — last frost Apr 28, first frost Oct 27, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to May 5Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2Sow outdoors: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to May 5Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 12 to May 19Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Mar 31 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 26Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19
Transplant outside: May 12 to Jun 2
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Reno, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Mar 31 – May 5 | Sep 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Okra | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | May 19 – Jun 2 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — |
| Basil | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | May 5 – May 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 24 – May 5 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | May 12 – May 19 | May 5 – May 19 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | — | May 5 – May 19 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | — | May 5 – May 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 7 – Apr 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 5 – May 26 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 5 – May 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 12 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 – Nov 17 |
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 Reno Wfo, NV weather station, 5 km away (elevation 4,987 ft (1,520 m)).
ZIP codes in Reno: 89501 89502 89503 89504 89505 89506 89507 89508 89509 89511 89512 89513 89515 89519 89520 89521 89523 89533 89555 89557 89570 89595 89599
Frost dates near Reno
- Sun Valley Apr 28 · Oct 27
- Sparks May 1 · Oct 10
- Verdi May 9 · Oct 17
- Virginia City May 12 · Oct 17
- Washoe Valley May 17 · Oct 13
- Reno (Washoe) May 3 · Oct 10
- Incline Village May 17 · Oct 13
- Silver City May 12 · Oct 17
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Reno, NV?
The median last spring frost in Reno, NV is April 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Reno, NV?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 10.
How long is the growing season in Reno, NV?
About 182 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Reno, NV?
Reno, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.