Last spring frost
Apr 28
Frost Dates for Manderson, WY
First fall frost
Oct 10
Growing season
164 days
Hardiness zone
4b
In an average year around Manderson, WY, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 28 and the first fall frost is about Oct 10, giving roughly a 164-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 15 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 21 | May 7 | Apr 27 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 11 | Apr 28 | Apr 15 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 1 | Apr 17 | Mar 31 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 20 | Apr 2 | Mar 14 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 21 | May 16 | May 12 | May 9 | May 7 | May 4 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 |
| 32°F | May 11 | May 6 | May 3 | Apr 30 | Apr 28 | Apr 26 | Apr 23 | Apr 20 | Apr 15 |
| 28°F | May 1 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Mar 31 |
| 24°F | Apr 20 | Apr 15 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 20 | Mar 14 |
| 20°F | Apr 11 | Apr 3 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 16 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 6 |
| 16°F | Apr 2 | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 11 | Mar 8 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 |
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 15 | Sep 29 | Oct 12 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 26 | Oct 10 | Oct 22 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 7 | Oct 20 | Nov 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 15 | Oct 28 | Nov 10 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 15 | Sep 20 | Sep 23 | Sep 26 | Sep 29 | Oct 2 | Oct 4 | Oct 7 | Oct 12 |
| 32°F | Sep 26 | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 7 | Oct 10 | Oct 13 | Oct 15 | Oct 18 | Oct 22 |
| 28°F | Oct 7 | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 18 | Oct 20 | Oct 22 | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Nov 1 |
| 24°F | Oct 15 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 |
| 20°F | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 |
| 16°F | Oct 31 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 19 | Nov 22 | Nov 25 |
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: Basin, Wy, about 14.7 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 3,840 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 Manderson, WY?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Manderson, WY is about Apr 28. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 15.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Manderson, WY typically arrives about Oct 10. 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 28 on average, or Apr 15 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 164 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