Frost dates for 95758 — Elk Grove, CA
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 15 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Elk Grove compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Elk Grove fall between December 2 and February 2. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 16, or the last frost as late as March 5.
- Compared with Sacramento, CA, 18 km away, the last frost here is 21 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 2 |
| 50% (median) | February 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 16 |
| 50% (median) | December 2 |
| 90% (late) | January 2 |
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 Elk Grove, CA
Frost dates for 95758 — Elk Grove, CA — last frost Feb 2, first frost Dec 2, 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 Elk Grove, CA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 10 – Nov 24 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Jan 5 – Feb 9 | Oct 7 – Nov 4 |
| Kale | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Broccoli | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Cabbage | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Okra | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — |
| Basil | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Oct 7 – Oct 28 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 29 – Feb 9 | Oct 21 – Nov 11 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 7 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Sep 23 – Oct 7 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Sep 23 – Oct 7 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Oct 7 – Oct 28 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 18 – Dec 23 |
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 Sacramento Executive Ap, CA weather station, 10 km away (elevation 16 ft (5 m)).
ZIP codes in Elk Grove: 95624 95757 95758 95759
Frost dates near Elk Grove
- Hood Feb 2 · Dec 2
- Clarksburg Feb 2 · Dec 2
- Courtland Feb 2 · Dec 2
- Sacramento Jan 12 · Dec 16
- Wilton Jan 12 · Dec 16
- West Sacramento Feb 2 · Dec 2
- Mather Jan 12 · Dec 16
- Galt Feb 9 · Dec 5
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Elk Grove, CA?
The median last spring frost in Elk Grove, CA is February 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Elk Grove, CA?
The median first fall frost is December 2, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 16.
How long is the growing season in Elk Grove, CA?
About 303 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Elk Grove, CA?
Elk Grove, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.