Last spring frost
May 18
Frost Dates for Badger, AK
First fall frost
Sep 5
Growing season
110 days
In an average year around Badger, AK, the last spring frost (32°F) is about May 18 and the first fall frost is about Sep 5, giving roughly a 110-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until May 6 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 11 | May 29 | May 17 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 31 | May 18 | May 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | May 20 | May 7 | Apr 27 |
| Severe (24°F) | May 10 | Apr 30 | Apr 15 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Jun 11 | Jun 6 | Jun 3 | May 31 | May 29 | May 27 | May 24 | May 21 | May 17 |
| 32°F | May 31 | May 27 | May 23 | May 20 | May 18 | May 16 | May 13 | May 9 | May 6 |
| 28°F | May 20 | May 15 | May 12 | May 10 | May 7 | May 5 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 |
| 24°F | May 10 | May 6 | May 4 | May 1 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 | Apr 24 | Apr 21 | Apr 15 |
| 20°F | May 3 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 | Apr 21 | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 12 | Apr 9 |
| 16°F | Apr 29 | Apr 24 | Apr 21 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 12 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 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) | Aug 12 | Aug 25 | Sep 6 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Aug 24 | Sep 5 | Sep 19 |
| Hard (28°F) | Sep 3 | Sep 17 | Sep 30 |
| Severe (24°F) | Sep 11 | Sep 28 | Oct 10 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Aug 12 | Aug 17 | Aug 20 | Aug 23 | Aug 25 | Aug 27 | Aug 30 | Sep 2 | Sep 6 |
| 32°F | Aug 24 | Aug 28 | Sep 1 | Sep 2 | Sep 5 | Sep 8 | Sep 11 | Sep 15 | Sep 19 |
| 28°F | Sep 3 | Sep 6 | Sep 11 | Sep 14 | Sep 17 | Sep 20 | Sep 22 | Sep 25 | Sep 30 |
| 24°F | Sep 11 | Sep 18 | Sep 22 | Sep 25 | Sep 28 | Sep 30 | Oct 2 | Oct 6 | Oct 10 |
| 20°F | Sep 19 | Sep 25 | Sep 29 | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 6 | Oct 9 | Oct 12 | Oct 17 |
| 16°F | Sep 27 | Oct 1 | Oct 4 | Oct 7 | Oct 10 | Oct 13 | Oct 16 | Oct 18 | Oct 23 |
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: N Pole, Ak, about 2 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 475 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 Badger, AK?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Badger, AK is about May 18. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until May 6.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Badger, AK typically arrives about Sep 5. 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 18 on average, or May 6 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 110 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