Last spring frost
Apr 29
Frost Dates for Queets, WA
First fall frost
Oct 17
Growing season
171 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Queets, WA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 29 and the first fall frost is about Oct 17, giving roughly a 171-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 2 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 7 | May 21 | Apr 30 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 16 | Apr 29 | Apr 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 25 | Mar 25 | Feb 21 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 9 | Feb 16 | Dec 22 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 7 | May 31 | May 28 | May 24 | May 21 | May 17 | May 12 | May 7 | Apr 30 |
| 32°F | May 16 | May 10 | May 6 | May 2 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 19 | Apr 13 | Apr 2 |
| 28°F | Apr 25 | Apr 15 | Apr 7 | Mar 31 | Mar 25 | Mar 17 | Mar 10 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 |
| 24°F | Mar 9 | Feb 28 | Feb 26 | Feb 21 | Feb 16 | Feb 9 | Jan 28 | Jan 11 | Dec 22 |
| 20°F | Feb 22 | Feb 14 | Feb 3 | Jan 24 | Jan 14 | Jan 3 | Dec 26 | Dec 15 | Dec 6 |
| 16°F | Feb 10 | Jan 30 | Jan 14 | Jan 5 | Dec 31 | Dec 19 | Dec 13 | Dec 9 | Dec 4 |
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 5 | Sep 28 | Oct 18 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Sep 27 | Oct 17 | Nov 10 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 14 | Nov 11 | Dec 9 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 7 | Dec 6 | Jan 15 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 5 | Sep 12 | Sep 18 | Sep 23 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 9 | Oct 18 |
| 32°F | Sep 27 | Oct 2 | Oct 6 | Oct 12 | Oct 17 | Oct 23 | Oct 29 | Nov 2 | Nov 10 |
| 28°F | Oct 14 | Oct 23 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 11 | Nov 17 | Nov 23 | Dec 1 | Dec 9 |
| 24°F | Nov 7 | Nov 17 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 20 | Dec 31 | Jan 15 |
| 20°F | Nov 25 | Dec 2 | Dec 8 | Dec 15 | Dec 23 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Jan 28 | Feb 11 |
| 16°F | Dec 2 | Dec 8 | Dec 12 | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Jan 3 | Jan 10 | Jan 28 | Feb 8 |
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: Clearwater, Wa, about 13.1 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 80 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 Queets, WA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Queets, WA is about Apr 29. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 2.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Queets, WA typically arrives about Oct 17. 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 29 on average, or Apr 2 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 171 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