Frost dates for 93721 — Fresno, CA
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 13 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Fresno compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Fresno fall between December 11 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 25, or the last frost as late as March 4.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 25 |
| 50% (median) | December 11 |
| 90% (late) | January 8 |
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 Fresno, CA
Frost dates for 93721 — Fresno, CA — last frost Jan 30, first frost Dec 11, zone 9b. 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 Fresno, CA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 7 – Nov 21 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Jan 2 – Feb 6 | Oct 16 – Nov 13 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Okra | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — |
| Basil | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 27 – Jan 1 |
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 Fresno 5 Ne, CA weather station, 7 km away (elevation 338 ft (103 m)).
ZIP codes in Fresno: 93650 93701 93702 93703 93704 93705 93706 93707 93708 93709 93710 93711 93712 93714 93715 93716 93717 93718 93720 93721 93722 93723 93724 93725 93726 93727 93728 93729 93730 93737 93740 93741 93744 93745 93747 93750 93755 93760 93761 93764 93765 93771 93772 93773 93774 93775 93776 93777 93778 93779 93786 93790 93791 93792 93793 93794 93844 93888
Frost dates near Fresno
- Clovis Jan 14 · Dec 14
- Fowler Jan 30 · Dec 11
- Raisin City Jan 30 · Dec 11
- Burrel Jan 30 · Dec 11
- Del Rey Jan 30 · Dec 11
- Sanger Jan 30 · Dec 11
- Biola Feb 18 · Nov 27
- Caruthers Feb 24 · Nov 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fresno, CA?
The median last spring frost in Fresno, CA is January 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Fresno, CA?
The median first fall frost is December 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 25.
How long is the growing season in Fresno, CA?
About 315 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Fresno, CA?
Fresno, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.