Last spring frost
Apr 9
Frost Dates for Fort Salonga, NY
First fall frost
Nov 10
Growing season
215 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around Fort Salonga, NY, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 9 and the first fall frost is about Nov 10, giving roughly a 215-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 30 before setting out tender plants.
Last spring frost
Dates the last frost of spring typically ends. Plant tender crops after the risk has passed for your comfort level.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | May 7 | Apr 22 | Apr 9 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 23 | Apr 9 | Mar 30 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 10 | Mar 30 | Mar 16 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 19 | Mar 4 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 7 | May 2 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 |
| 32°F | Apr 23 | Apr 19 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 9 | Apr 6 | Apr 4 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 |
| 28°F | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 27 | Mar 24 | Mar 21 | Mar 16 |
| 24°F | Apr 1 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 21 | Mar 19 | Mar 16 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 |
| 20°F | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 9 | Mar 6 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 19 |
| 16°F | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 | Feb 9 | Feb 3 |
First fall frost
Dates the first frost of fall typically arrives. Count back by a crop's days-to-maturity to know your planting cutoff.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | Oct 17 | Oct 31 | Nov 12 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 30 | Nov 10 | Nov 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 6 | Nov 21 | Dec 7 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 16 | Dec 3 | Dec 20 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 17 | Oct 22 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 |
| 32°F | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 |
| 28°F | Nov 6 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 18 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 |
| 24°F | Nov 16 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 6 | Dec 9 | Dec 13 | Dec 20 |
| 20°F | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 12 | Dec 16 | Dec 20 | Dec 24 | Dec 28 | Jan 4 |
| 16°F | Dec 9 | Dec 16 | Dec 22 | Dec 26 | Dec 30 | Jan 2 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 20 |
Growing season is measured at 32°F with about 50% probability. Hardiness zone from the 2023 USDA map; frost normals from NOAA 1991-2020.
Where this data comes from
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Centerport, Ny, about 3.3 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 30 ft elevation. The further the station and the greater the elevation difference from your yard, the more your local frost timing can vary.
How we calculate these dates
Frost and freeze dates come from the NOAA 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's 30-year averages for each weather station. A date shown at the 50% level is the median: in half of years the frost falls on or before it. The 10% and 90% columns show the early and late ends of the range, so you can plant on the odds you're comfortable with. These are long-term averages, not a forecast for this year - always check your local outlook before planting.
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 1991–2020 Climate Normals (public domain). Harman is not affiliated with or endorsed by NOAA.
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fort Salonga, NY?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Fort Salonga, NY is about Apr 9. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 30.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Fort Salonga, NY typically arrives about Nov 10. Count back by a crop's days to maturity to find the latest date you can plant it.
When can I plant tomatoes and other tender crops?
Tender crops like tomatoes, peppers and basil are damaged by frost, so wait until the last spring frost has passed - around Apr 9 on average, or Mar 30 to be safe most years.
How long is the growing season here?
The frost-free growing season (between the last spring and first fall 32°F frost) is about 215 days in a typical year.
Are these dates a forecast for this year?
No. They are 30-year averages from the NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals, not a prediction for the current year. Use them for planning and always check your local weather forecast before planting or protecting crops.
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Data source: NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals · Page updated Aug 4, 2026