When to Plant Cantaloupe in West Virginia
In a typical West Virginia location, start seeds indoors Mar 23 – Mar 30, then transplant outdoors May 4 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 26 in Huntington and as late as May 20 in Beckley.
Same warm-soil requirements as watermelon; avoid disturbing roots when transplanting.
Cantaloupe Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | Apr 26 – May 3 |
| Charleston | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Apr 30 – May 7 |
| Parkersburg | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 5 |
| Morgantown | Mar 29 – Apr 5 | May 10 – May 17 |
| Wheeling | Mar 23 – Mar 30 | May 4 – May 11 |
| Weirton Heights | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Weirton | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Fairmont | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Martinsburg | Mar 20 – Mar 27 | May 1 – May 8 |
| Beckley | Apr 8 – Apr 15 | May 20 – May 27 |
| Clarksburg | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 6 – May 13 |
| Teays Valley | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 |
| South Charleston | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | May 7 – May 14 |
| Saint Albans | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Vienna | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 5 |
| Bluefield | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | May 14 – May 21 |
| Cross Lanes | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Moundsville | Mar 29 – Apr 5 | May 10 – May 17 |
| Bridgeport | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Oak Hill | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | May 5 – May 12 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 West Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all West Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant cantaloupe in West Virginia?
In a typical West Virginia location, start seeds indoors Mar 23 – Mar 30, then transplant outdoors May 4 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 26 in Huntington and as late as May 20 in Beckley.
When is the last frost in West Virginia?
The average last spring frost in West Virginia ranges from April 12 in Huntington to May 6 in Beckley, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do cantaloupe take to grow?
Cantaloupe typically take 70–90 days from planting to harvest. Same warm-soil requirements as watermelon; avoid disturbing roots when transplanting.
Other Crops in West Virginia
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- 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
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