Last spring frost
Apr 22
Frost Dates for Wilson Creek, WA
First fall frost
Oct 17
Growing season
175 days
Hardiness zone
6b
In an average year around Wilson Creek, WA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 22 and the first fall frost is about Oct 17, giving roughly a 175-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 8 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) | May 22 | May 4 | Apr 22 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 6 | Apr 22 | Apr 8 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 25 | Apr 6 | Mar 19 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 7 | Mar 15 | Feb 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 22 | May 15 | May 10 | May 7 | May 4 | May 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 |
| 32°F | May 6 | May 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 8 |
| 28°F | Apr 25 | Apr 19 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 19 |
| 24°F | Apr 7 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 | Mar 22 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 26 |
| 20°F | Mar 19 | Mar 11 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 17 | Feb 12 | Feb 4 |
| 16°F | Mar 4 | Feb 27 | Feb 23 | Feb 17 | Feb 12 | Feb 7 | Feb 2 | Jan 26 | Jan 12 |
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 22 | Oct 5 | Oct 17 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 3 | Oct 17 | Oct 28 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 14 | Oct 27 | Nov 10 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 24 | Nov 6 | Nov 23 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 22 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 8 | Oct 11 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 |
| 32°F | Oct 3 | Oct 8 | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 17 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 24 | Oct 28 |
| 28°F | Oct 14 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 10 |
| 24°F | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 |
| 20°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 28 | Dec 6 |
| 16°F | Nov 9 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 13 | Dec 24 |
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 Wilson Creek, WA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Wilson Creek, WA is about Apr 22. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 8.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Wilson Creek, 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 22 on average, or Apr 8 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 175 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