Last spring frost
May 21
Frost Dates for Aberdeen, ID
First fall frost
Sep 20
Growing season
118 days
Hardiness zone
5b
In an average year around Aberdeen, ID, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 21 and the first fall frost is about Sep 20, giving roughly a 118-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until May 4 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 28 | Jun 12 | May 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Jun 13 | May 21 | May 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 17 | May 3 | Apr 20 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 5 | Apr 21 | Apr 6 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 28 | Jun 23 | Jun 19 | Jun 16 | Jun 12 | Jun 9 | Jun 4 | May 31 | May 23 |
| 32°F | Jun 13 | Jun 5 | May 31 | May 26 | May 21 | May 16 | May 13 | May 9 | May 4 |
| 28°F | May 17 | May 12 | May 8 | May 5 | May 3 | Apr 30 | Apr 28 | Apr 26 | Apr 20 |
| 24°F | May 5 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 | Apr 24 | Apr 21 | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 | Apr 6 |
| 20°F | Apr 25 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 23 | Mar 14 |
| 16°F | Apr 10 | Apr 4 | Mar 30 | Mar 18 | Mar 13 | Mar 10 | Mar 7 | Mar 4 | Feb 27 |
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 21 | Sep 5 | Sep 22 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 2 | Sep 20 | Oct 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 15 | Oct 1 | Oct 17 |
| Severe (24°F) | Sep 27 | Oct 14 | Oct 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Aug 21 | Aug 27 | Aug 31 | Sep 3 | Sep 5 | Sep 9 | Sep 13 | Sep 17 | Sep 22 |
| 32°F | Sep 2 | Sep 8 | Sep 13 | Sep 17 | Sep 20 | Sep 22 | Sep 26 | Sep 29 | Oct 4 |
| 28°F | Sep 15 | Sep 20 | Sep 24 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 7 | Oct 12 | Oct 17 |
| 24°F | Sep 27 | Oct 3 | Oct 6 | Oct 11 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 31 |
| 20°F | Oct 11 | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 13 |
| 16°F | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | 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: Aberdeen Exp Stn, Id, about 5.1 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 4,405 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 Aberdeen, ID?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Aberdeen, ID is about May 21. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until May 4.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Aberdeen, ID typically arrives about Sep 20. 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 21 on average, or May 4 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.
Local weather for 83210 Planting calendar → Idaho frost dates →
Data source: NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals · Page updated Aug 4, 2026