Last spring frost
May 13
Frost Dates for Greenwood, WI
First fall frost
Sep 26
Growing season
136 days
Hardiness zone
4b
In an average year around Greenwood, WI, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 13 and the first fall frost is about Sep 26, giving roughly a 136-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 29 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) | Jun 9 | May 25 | May 11 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 29 | May 13 | Apr 29 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 17 | May 2 | Apr 18 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 6 | Apr 21 | Apr 6 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 9 | Jun 3 | May 31 | May 28 | May 25 | May 22 | May 19 | May 15 | May 11 |
| 32°F | May 29 | May 23 | May 19 | May 16 | May 13 | May 10 | May 7 | May 3 | Apr 29 |
| 28°F | May 17 | May 12 | May 8 | May 5 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 | Apr 18 |
| 24°F | May 6 | May 1 | Apr 28 | Apr 24 | Apr 21 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 6 |
| 20°F | Apr 25 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 |
| 16°F | Apr 17 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 3 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 |
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) | Sep 2 | Sep 17 | Oct 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 12 | Sep 26 | Oct 10 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 22 | Oct 5 | Oct 21 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 1 | Oct 18 | Nov 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 2 | Sep 8 | Sep 11 | Sep 14 | Sep 17 | Sep 20 | Sep 23 | Sep 26 | Oct 1 |
| 32°F | Sep 12 | Sep 17 | Sep 21 | Sep 24 | Sep 26 | Sep 29 | Oct 1 | Oct 5 | Oct 10 |
| 28°F | Sep 22 | Sep 27 | Sep 30 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 21 |
| 24°F | Oct 1 | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 14 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 25 | Oct 29 | Nov 2 |
| 20°F | Oct 12 | Oct 19 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 16 |
| 16°F | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 |
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: Owen 1E, Wi, about 12.3 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 1,238 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 Greenwood, WI?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Greenwood, WI is about May 13. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 29.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Greenwood, WI typically arrives about Sep 26. 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 May 13 on average, or Apr 29 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 136 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