Last spring frost
May 13
Frost Dates for Brady, MT
First fall frost
Sep 29
Growing season
137 days
Hardiness zone
4a
In an average year around Brady, MT, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 13 and the first fall frost is about Sep 29, giving roughly a 137-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 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) | Jun 16 | May 30 | May 15 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 29 | May 13 | Apr 30 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 13 | May 2 | Apr 13 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 4 | Apr 18 | Apr 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 16 | Jun 9 | Jun 5 | Jun 1 | May 30 | May 27 | May 24 | May 20 | May 15 |
| 32°F | May 29 | May 24 | May 20 | May 17 | May 13 | May 11 | May 8 | May 5 | Apr 30 |
| 28°F | May 13 | May 9 | May 7 | May 4 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 26 | Apr 21 | Apr 13 |
| 24°F | May 4 | Apr 29 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 1 |
| 20°F | Apr 27 | Apr 21 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 27 | Mar 20 |
| 16°F | Apr 19 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 11 |
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 3 | Sep 20 | Oct 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 16 | Sep 29 | Oct 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 24 | Oct 6 | Oct 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 1 | Oct 17 | Nov 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 3 | Sep 9 | Sep 13 | Sep 17 | Sep 20 | Sep 22 | Sep 25 | Sep 27 | Oct 1 |
| 32°F | Sep 16 | Sep 21 | Sep 24 | Sep 26 | Sep 29 | Oct 1 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 11 |
| 28°F | Sep 24 | Sep 29 | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 23 |
| 24°F | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 9 | Oct 13 | Oct 17 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 27 | Nov 1 |
| 20°F | Oct 4 | Oct 12 | Oct 17 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 13 |
| 16°F | Oct 13 | Oct 21 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 21 |
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: Brady 27 Ene (The Knees), Mt, about 12.6 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 3,325 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 Brady, MT?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Brady, MT is about May 13. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 30.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Brady, MT typically arrives about Sep 29. 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 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 137 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