Last spring frost
Apr 5
Frost Dates for West Homestead, PA
First fall frost
Nov 10
Growing season
219 days
Hardiness zone
6b
In an average year around West Homestead, PA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 5 and the first fall frost is about Nov 10, giving roughly a 219-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 22 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 11 | Apr 20 | Apr 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 22 | Apr 5 | Mar 22 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 9 | Mar 27 | Mar 12 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 30 | Mar 16 | Feb 28 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 11 | May 2 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 3 |
| 32°F | Apr 22 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 |
| 28°F | Apr 9 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 29 | Mar 27 | Mar 23 | Mar 20 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 |
| 24°F | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 |
| 20°F | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 14 |
| 16°F | Mar 16 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 26 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 |
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 13 | Oct 29 | Nov 12 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 28 | Nov 10 | Nov 27 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 6 | Nov 23 | Dec 10 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 14 | Dec 3 | Dec 23 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 13 | Oct 19 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 12 |
| 32°F | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 |
| 28°F | Nov 6 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 |
| 24°F | Nov 14 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 13 | Dec 17 | Dec 23 |
| 20°F | Nov 27 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 13 | Dec 18 | Dec 22 | Dec 26 | Dec 31 | Jan 7 |
| 16°F | Dec 10 | Dec 15 | Dec 21 | Dec 25 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 18 |
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
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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 West Homestead, PA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around West Homestead, PA is about Apr 5. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 22.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around West Homestead, PA 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 5 on average, or Mar 22 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 219 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