Frost dates for 95532 — Crescent City, CA
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 4 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Crescent City compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Crescent City fall between December 25 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 24, or the last frost as late as March 13.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 18 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 24 |
| 50% (median) | December 25 |
| 90% (late) | February 15 |
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 Crescent City, CA
Frost dates for 95532 — Crescent City, CA — last frost Jan 30, first frost Dec 25, 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 Crescent City, 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 30 – Nov 27 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| 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 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| 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 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 11 – Jan 15 |
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 Crescent City Mcnamara Ap, CA weather station, 4 km away (elevation 56 ft (17 m)).
ZIP codes in Crescent City: 95531 95532
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Crescent City, CA?
The median last spring frost in Crescent City, CA is January 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Crescent City, CA?
The median first fall frost is December 25, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 24.
How long is the growing season in Crescent City, CA?
About 329 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Crescent City, CA?
Crescent City, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.