Frost dates for 93591 — Palmdale, CA
Last spring frostMar 13median date
First fall frostDec 1median date
Growing season263 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Palmdale compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Palmdale falls between February 10 and April 17, a 66-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 12 and December 18.
- The median last frost is 18 days earlier than the California median of Mar 31.
- Its 263-day growing season is longer than 61% of the 636 California places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 26 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Lancaster, CA, 32 km away, the last frost here is 21 days earlier than there and the growing season is 51 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 10 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 12 |
| 50% (median) | December 1 |
| 90% (late) | December 18 |
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 Palmdale, CA
Frost dates for 93591 — Palmdale, CA — last frost Mar 13, first frost Dec 1, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Nov 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 27
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 10
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 17
Plant for fall: Nov 17 to Dec 22
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Palmdale, CA
| 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 | Oct 6 – Nov 3 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| 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 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Oct 20 – Nov 10 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| 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 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 17 – Dec 22 |
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 Pearblossom, CA weather station, 13 km away (elevation 3,100 ft (945 m)).
ZIP codes in Palmdale: 93550 93551 93552 93590 93591 93599
Frost dates near Palmdale
- Llano Mar 13 · Dec 1
- Littlerock Mar 13 · Dec 1
- Pearblossom Mar 13 · Dec 1
- Valyermo May 16 · Oct 13
- Pinon Hills May 16 · Oct 13
- Phelan May 16 · Oct 13
- Wrightwood May 16 · Oct 13
- Lancaster Apr 3 · Nov 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Palmdale, CA?
The median last spring frost in Palmdale, CA is March 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Palmdale, CA?
The median first fall frost is December 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 12.
How long is the growing season in Palmdale, CA?
About 263 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Palmdale, CA?
Palmdale, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.