Last spring frost
Apr 14
Frost Dates for Whiteman AFB, MO
First fall frost
Oct 21
Growing season
189 days
Hardiness zone
6b
In an average year around Whiteman AFB, MO, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 14 and the first fall frost is about Oct 21, giving roughly a 189-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 31 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 12 | Apr 27 | Apr 10 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 4 | Apr 14 | Mar 31 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 23 | Apr 3 | Mar 18 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 10 | Mar 24 | Mar 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 12 | May 7 | May 3 | May 1 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 | Apr 19 | Apr 15 | Apr 10 |
| 32°F | May 4 | Apr 28 | Apr 23 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 |
| 28°F | Apr 23 | Apr 15 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 18 |
| 24°F | Apr 10 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 11 | Mar 5 |
| 20°F | Mar 31 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 |
| 16°F | Mar 21 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 20 | Feb 13 |
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 27 | Oct 10 | Oct 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 6 | Oct 21 | Nov 3 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 17 | Oct 31 | Nov 14 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 25 | Nov 8 | Nov 27 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 27 | Oct 1 | Oct 5 | Oct 8 | Oct 10 | Oct 13 | Oct 16 | Oct 19 | Oct 23 |
| 32°F | Oct 6 | Oct 13 | Oct 16 | Oct 19 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 3 |
| 28°F | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 14 |
| 24°F | Oct 25 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 |
| 20°F | Nov 2 | Nov 7 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 |
| 16°F | Nov 10 | Nov 17 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 8 | Dec 12 | Dec 19 |
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 Whiteman AFB, MO?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Whiteman AFB, MO is about Apr 14. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 31.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Whiteman AFB, MO typically arrives about Oct 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 Apr 14 on average, or Mar 31 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 189 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