Frost dates for 91708 — Chino, CA
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 Chino compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Chino fall between December 19 and January 17. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 27, or the last frost as late as February 22.
- Compared with Ontario, CA, 11 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 18 |
| 50% (median) | January 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 27 |
| 50% (median) | December 19 |
| 90% (late) | January 17 |
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
Chino, CA 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 Chino Ap, CA weather station, 2 km away (elevation 650 ft (198 m)).
ZIP codes in Chino: 91708 91710
Frost dates near Chino
- Norco Jan 17 · Dec 19
- Chino Hills Jan 17 · Dec 19
- Ontario Jan 4 · Dec 30
- Mira Loma Jan 9 · Dec 30
- Guasti Jan 4 · Dec 30
- Corona Jan 9 · Dec 30
- Montclair Jan 8 · Dec 28
- Yorba Linda rare frost
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Chino, CA?
The median last spring frost in Chino, CA is January 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Chino, CA?
The median first fall frost is December 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 27.
How long is the growing season in Chino, CA?
About 336 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Chino, CA?
Chino, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.