Last spring frost
May 31
Frost Dates for Mount Charleston, NV
First fall frost
Oct 2
Growing season
124 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Mount Charleston, NV, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 31 and the first fall frost is about Oct 2, giving roughly a 124-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until May 13 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 23 | Jun 8 | May 28 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Jun 14 | May 31 | May 13 |
| Hard (28°F) | Jun 2 | May 15 | Apr 26 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 20 | Apr 29 | Apr 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 23 | Jun 18 | Jun 15 | Jun 11 | Jun 8 | Jun 6 | Jun 4 | Jun 1 | May 28 |
| 32°F | Jun 14 | Jun 8 | Jun 5 | Jun 2 | May 31 | May 28 | May 24 | May 19 | May 13 |
| 28°F | Jun 2 | May 29 | May 23 | May 18 | May 15 | May 10 | May 5 | May 1 | Apr 26 |
| 24°F | May 20 | May 12 | May 6 | May 2 | Apr 29 | Apr 24 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 |
| 20°F | May 4 | Apr 26 | Apr 21 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Mar 30 | Mar 21 |
| 16°F | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 | Feb 26 |
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 8 | Sep 22 | Oct 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 19 | Oct 2 | Oct 17 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 28 | Oct 13 | Oct 31 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 7 | Oct 26 | Nov 13 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 8 | Sep 14 | Sep 17 | Sep 20 | Sep 22 | Sep 24 | Sep 26 | Sep 30 | Oct 3 |
| 32°F | Sep 19 | Sep 23 | Sep 26 | Sep 29 | Oct 2 | Oct 4 | Oct 7 | Oct 12 | Oct 17 |
| 28°F | Sep 28 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 | Oct 13 | Oct 16 | Oct 20 | Oct 24 | Oct 31 |
| 24°F | Oct 7 | Oct 13 | Oct 17 | Oct 22 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 13 |
| 20°F | Oct 18 | Oct 25 | Oct 31 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 |
| 16°F | Oct 30 | Nov 7 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 11 |
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 Mount Charleston, NV?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Mount Charleston, NV is about May 31. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until May 13.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Mount Charleston, NV typically arrives about Oct 2. 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 31 on average, or May 13 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 124 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