Last spring frost
May 22
Frost Dates for Houck, AZ
First fall frost
Oct 8
Growing season
138 days
Hardiness zone
6b
In an average year around Houck, AZ, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 22 and the first fall frost is about Oct 8, giving roughly a 138-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until May 5 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 17 | Jun 4 | May 20 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Jun 10 | May 22 | May 5 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 31 | May 7 | Apr 21 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 16 | Apr 25 | Apr 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 17 | Jun 13 | Jun 10 | Jun 7 | Jun 4 | Jun 2 | May 31 | May 26 | May 20 |
| 32°F | Jun 10 | Jun 4 | Jun 1 | May 27 | May 22 | May 19 | May 15 | May 10 | May 5 |
| 28°F | May 31 | May 22 | May 17 | May 12 | May 7 | May 4 | May 1 | Apr 27 | Apr 21 |
| 24°F | May 16 | May 8 | May 3 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 21 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 5 |
| 20°F | Apr 29 | Apr 19 | Apr 14 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 22 | Mar 13 |
| 16°F | Apr 4 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 2 | Feb 22 |
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 17 | Oct 1 | Oct 13 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 25 | Oct 8 | Oct 22 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 30 | Oct 17 | Nov 2 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 10 | Oct 27 | Nov 12 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 17 | Sep 22 | Sep 25 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 | Oct 13 |
| 32°F | Sep 25 | Sep 30 | Oct 2 | Oct 5 | Oct 8 | Oct 11 | Oct 15 | Oct 18 | Oct 22 |
| 28°F | Sep 30 | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 27 | Nov 2 |
| 24°F | Oct 10 | Oct 16 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 12 |
| 20°F | Oct 21 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 |
| 16°F | Oct 29 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 2 |
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: Sanders, Az, about 9.7 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 5,853 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 Houck, AZ?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Houck, AZ is about May 22. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until May 5.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Houck, AZ typically arrives about Oct 8. 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 22 on average, or May 5 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 138 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