Last spring frost
Apr 20
Frost Dates for Peck, ID
First fall frost
Oct 20
Growing season
182 days
Hardiness zone
7a
In an average year around Peck, ID, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 20 and the first fall frost is about Oct 20, giving roughly a 182-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 1 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 19 | May 5 | Apr 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 5 | Apr 20 | Apr 1 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 18 | Mar 28 | Mar 7 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 26 | Mar 4 | Feb 10 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 19 | May 14 | May 10 | May 8 | May 5 | May 3 | May 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 23 |
| 32°F | May 5 | May 1 | Apr 27 | Apr 24 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 1 |
| 28°F | Apr 18 | Apr 9 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 7 |
| 24°F | Mar 26 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 10 |
| 20°F | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 21 | Feb 16 | Feb 10 | Feb 1 | Jan 22 | Jan 9 |
| 16°F | Mar 1 | Feb 23 | Feb 16 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 24 | Jan 15 | Jan 7 | Dec 24 |
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 20 | Oct 6 | Oct 24 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 30 | Oct 20 | Nov 7 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 14 | Nov 2 | Nov 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 25 | Nov 19 | Dec 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 20 | Sep 26 | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 13 | Oct 17 | Oct 24 |
| 32°F | Sep 30 | Oct 7 | Oct 12 | Oct 17 | Oct 20 | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 7 |
| 28°F | Oct 14 | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 7 | Nov 12 | Nov 17 | Nov 23 |
| 24°F | Oct 25 | Nov 1 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 11 |
| 20°F | Nov 7 | Nov 15 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 9 | Dec 15 | Dec 25 | Jan 4 |
| 16°F | Nov 21 | Nov 30 | Dec 7 | Dec 12 | Dec 20 | Dec 28 | Jan 3 | Jan 13 | Jan 31 |
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: Dworshak Fish Hatchery, Id, about 7.1 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 995 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 Peck, ID?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Peck, ID is about Apr 20. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 1.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Peck, ID typically arrives about Oct 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 Apr 20 on average, or Apr 1 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 182 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