Last spring frost
May 25
Frost Dates for Windham, MT
First fall frost
Sep 21
Growing season
118 days
Hardiness zone
4b
In an average year around Windham, MT, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 25 and the first fall frost is about Sep 21, giving roughly a 118-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until May 10 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) | Jul 7 | Jun 12 | May 26 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Jun 15 | May 25 | May 10 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 25 | May 10 | Apr 27 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 11 | Apr 28 | Apr 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jul 7 | Jun 28 | Jun 21 | Jun 16 | Jun 12 | Jun 8 | Jun 4 | May 31 | May 26 |
| 32°F | Jun 15 | Jun 6 | May 31 | May 28 | May 25 | May 22 | May 19 | May 15 | May 10 |
| 28°F | May 25 | May 19 | May 15 | May 12 | May 10 | May 7 | May 4 | May 1 | Apr 27 |
| 24°F | May 11 | May 6 | May 3 | Apr 30 | Apr 28 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 | Apr 17 | Apr 11 |
| 20°F | May 3 | Apr 28 | Apr 24 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 |
| 16°F | Apr 25 | Apr 19 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 18 |
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) | Aug 22 | Sep 9 | Sep 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 6 | Sep 21 | Oct 3 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 17 | Oct 1 | Oct 15 |
| Severe (24°F) | Sep 25 | Oct 9 | Oct 25 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Aug 22 | Aug 29 | Sep 2 | Sep 5 | Sep 9 | Sep 12 | Sep 16 | Sep 20 | Sep 23 |
| 32°F | Sep 6 | Sep 11 | Sep 15 | Sep 18 | Sep 21 | Sep 24 | Sep 26 | Sep 29 | Oct 3 |
| 28°F | Sep 17 | Sep 23 | Sep 26 | Sep 29 | Oct 1 | Oct 3 | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 15 |
| 24°F | Sep 25 | Sep 30 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 19 | Oct 25 |
| 20°F | Oct 1 | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 14 | Oct 18 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 30 | Nov 5 |
| 16°F | Oct 7 | Oct 14 | Oct 18 | Oct 23 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 13 |
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: Stanford, Mt, about 9.3 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 4,860 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 Windham, MT?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Windham, MT is about May 25. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until May 10.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Windham, MT typically arrives about Sep 21. 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 25 on average, or May 10 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 118 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