Last spring frost
Jun 18
Frost Dates for Mora, NM
First fall frost
Sep 8
Growing season
80 days
Hardiness zone
6a
In an average year around Mora, NM, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Jun 18 and the first fall frost is about Sep 8, giving roughly a 80-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Jun 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%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeze (32°F) | Jul 1 | Jun 18 | Jun 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | Jun 17 | Jun 1 | May 18 |
| Severe (24°F) | Jun 2 | May 15 | Apr 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32°F | Jul 1 | Jun 26 | Jun 23 | Jun 20 | Jun 18 | Jun 14 | Jun 11 | Jun 8 | Jun 4 |
| 28°F | Jun 17 | Jun 10 | Jun 6 | Jun 3 | Jun 1 | May 30 | May 27 | May 23 | May 18 |
| 24°F | Jun 2 | May 26 | May 22 | May 18 | May 15 | May 11 | May 8 | May 4 | Apr 30 |
| 20°F | May 14 | May 8 | May 4 | May 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 13 |
| 16°F | May 3 | Apr 28 | Apr 23 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 |
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%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeze (32°F) | Aug 20 | Sep 8 | Sep 21 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 6 | Sep 21 | Oct 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Sep 17 | Oct 1 | Oct 14 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32°F | Aug 20 | Aug 30 | Sep 2 | Sep 5 | Sep 8 | Sep 11 | Sep 13 | Sep 16 | Sep 21 |
| 28°F | Sep 6 | Sep 11 | Sep 15 | Sep 18 | Sep 21 | Sep 23 | Sep 25 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 |
| 24°F | Sep 17 | Sep 23 | Sep 26 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 8 | Oct 14 |
| 20°F | Sep 29 | Oct 3 | Oct 6 | Oct 9 | Oct 13 | Oct 15 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 26 |
| 16°F | Oct 9 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 |
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
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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 Mora, NM?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Mora, NM is about Jun 18. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Jun 4.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Mora, NM typically arrives about Sep 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 Jun 18 on average, or Jun 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 80 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