Last spring frost
May 25
Frost Dates for Redvale, CO
First fall frost
Oct 1
Growing season
128 days
Hardiness zone
6a
In an average year around Redvale, CO, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 25 and the first fall frost is about Oct 1, giving roughly a 128-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until May 7 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 23 | Jun 6 | May 21 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Jun 13 | May 25 | May 7 |
| Hard (28°F) | Jun 2 | May 11 | Apr 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 19 | Apr 30 | Apr 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 23 | Jun 17 | Jun 13 | Jun 10 | Jun 6 | Jun 3 | May 31 | May 26 | May 21 |
| 32°F | Jun 13 | Jun 7 | Jun 2 | May 29 | May 25 | May 21 | May 17 | May 12 | May 7 |
| 28°F | Jun 2 | May 25 | May 20 | May 16 | May 11 | May 7 | May 4 | Apr 30 | Apr 25 |
| 24°F | May 19 | May 11 | May 5 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 25 | Apr 21 | Apr 18 | Apr 11 |
| 20°F | May 3 | Apr 29 | Apr 23 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 26 |
| 16°F | Apr 21 | Apr 13 | Apr 7 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 |
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 8 | Sep 24 | Oct 5 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 14 | Oct 1 | Oct 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 22 | Oct 8 | Oct 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 1 | Oct 18 | Nov 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 8 | Sep 14 | Sep 18 | Sep 21 | Sep 24 | Sep 26 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 5 |
| 32°F | Sep 14 | Sep 21 | Sep 25 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 | Oct 14 |
| 28°F | Sep 22 | Sep 29 | Oct 1 | Oct 5 | Oct 8 | Oct 11 | Oct 15 | Oct 19 | Oct 23 |
| 24°F | Oct 1 | Oct 7 | Oct 11 | Oct 14 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 |
| 20°F | Oct 12 | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 13 |
| 16°F | Oct 22 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | 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: Norwood, Co, about 11.4 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 7,020 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 Redvale, CO?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Redvale, CO is about May 25. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until May 7.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Redvale, CO typically arrives about Oct 1. 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 7 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 128 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