Last spring frost
May 27
Frost Dates for Elmo, UT
First fall frost
Sep 26
Growing season
122 days
Hardiness zone
6a
In an average year around Elmo, UT, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 27 and the first fall frost is about Sep 26, giving roughly a 122-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until May 11 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 29 | Jun 12 | May 27 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Jun 11 | May 27 | May 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 27 | May 9 | Apr 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 9 | Apr 26 | Apr 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 29 | Jun 21 | Jun 18 | Jun 15 | Jun 12 | Jun 8 | Jun 4 | Jun 1 | May 27 |
| 32°F | Jun 11 | Jun 5 | Jun 2 | May 31 | May 27 | May 23 | May 19 | May 16 | May 11 |
| 28°F | May 27 | May 20 | May 15 | May 12 | May 9 | May 6 | May 3 | Apr 30 | Apr 25 |
| 24°F | May 9 | May 5 | May 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 26 | Apr 23 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 |
| 20°F | Apr 28 | Apr 23 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 23 |
| 16°F | Apr 16 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 19 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 2 |
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 4 | Sep 17 | Sep 28 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 11 | Sep 26 | Oct 9 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 23 | Oct 5 | Oct 22 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 2 | Oct 19 | Nov 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 4 | Sep 8 | Sep 11 | Sep 14 | Sep 17 | Sep 19 | Sep 21 | Sep 24 | Sep 28 |
| 32°F | Sep 11 | Sep 17 | Sep 21 | Sep 24 | Sep 26 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 |
| 28°F | Sep 23 | Sep 27 | Sep 30 | Oct 2 | Oct 5 | Oct 8 | Oct 12 | Oct 16 | Oct 22 |
| 24°F | Oct 2 | Oct 7 | Oct 12 | Oct 16 | Oct 19 | Oct 21 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Nov 2 |
| 20°F | Oct 15 | Oct 19 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 |
| 16°F | Oct 23 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 |
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: Wellington 3 E, Ut, about 9.7 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 5,400 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 Elmo, UT?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Elmo, UT is about May 27. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until May 11.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Elmo, UT typically arrives about Sep 26. 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 27 on average, or May 11 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 122 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