Frost dates for 95836 — Sacramento, CA
How Sacramento compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Sacramento falls between January 10 and April 1, a 81-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 9 and December 21.
- The median last frost is 37 days earlier than the California median of Mar 31.
- Its 275-day growing season is longer than 75% of the 636 California places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9b, where the median is Feb 20.
- The weather station records an average of 23 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 10 |
| 50% (median) | February 22 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 9 |
| 50% (median) | November 24 |
| 90% (late) | December 21 |
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 Sacramento, CA
Frost dates for 95836 — Sacramento, CA — last frost Feb 22, first frost Nov 24, zone 9b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Sacramento, CA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Jan 25 – Mar 1 | Sep 29 – Oct 27 |
| Kale | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Broccoli | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cabbage | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Okra | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — |
| Basil | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 18 – Mar 1 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | — | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | — | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 25 – Feb 1 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 1 – Mar 1 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 1 – Mar 1 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 8 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 8 – Mar 29 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 10 – Dec 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
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Frost dates near Sacramento
- Elverta Feb 22 · Nov 24
- Rio Linda Feb 22 · Nov 24
- Pleasant Grove Feb 22 · Nov 24
- Mcclellan Jan 12 · Dec 16
- North Highlands Jan 12 · Dec 16
- Antelope Jan 12 · Dec 16
- West Sacramento Feb 2 · Dec 2
- Nicolaus Feb 22 · Nov 24
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Sacramento, CA?
The median last spring frost in Sacramento, CA is February 22. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Sacramento, CA?
The median first fall frost is November 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 9.
How long is the growing season in Sacramento, CA?
About 275 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Sacramento, CA?
Sacramento, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.