Frost Dates & Planting Calendars in Nevada
In Nevada, the average last spring frost ranges from January 20 in Henderson to June 6 in Spring Creek, and the average first fall frost from September 16 in Spring Creek to December 17 in Boulder City. Pick a city for its full frost-date summary and 42-crop planting calendar.
| City | Last Spring Frost (typical) | First Fall Frost (typical) | Growing Season | USDA Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | January 24 | December 10 | 323 days | 9b |
| Henderson | January 20 | December 15 | 333 days | 9b |
| Reno | April 28 | October 27 | 182 days | 7b |
| North Las Vegas | February 1 | December 8 | 311 days | 9b |
| Paradise | January 20 | December 15 | 333 days | 9b |
| Sunrise Manor | February 1 | December 8 | 311 days | 9a |
| Spring Valley | January 20 | December 15 | 333 days | 9a |
| Enterprise | February 4 | December 5 | 302 days | 9a |
| Sparks | May 1 | October 10 | 160 days | 7a |
| Carson City | May 4 | October 6 | 152 days | 7a |
| Whitney | January 20 | December 15 | 333 days | 9b |
| Pahrump | March 29 | November 3 | 218 days | 8b |
| Winchester | January 20 | December 15 | 333 days | 9b |
| Summerlin South | March 13 | November 15 | 244 days | 9a |
| Elko | May 29 | September 18 | 111 days | 5b |
| Fernley | May 9 | October 1 | 145 days | 7b |
| Sun Valley | April 28 | October 27 | 182 days | 7b |
| Mesquite | March 16 | November 13 | 238 days | 9a |
| Boulder City | January 21 | December 17 | 328 days | 9b |
| Spanish Springs | May 3 | October 10 | 157 days | 7a |
| Spring Creek | June 6 | September 16 | 100 days | 5b |
| Gardnerville Ranchos | May 30 | September 26 | 119 days | 6b |
When to Plant in Nevada
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias