Frost Dates for New York, NY 10025
Last spring frost April 1 · First fall frost November 18 · 231 frost-free days · USDA Zone 7b
Frost probability for 10025
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | April 13 | April 1 | March 20 |
| Fall (first frost) | November 2 | November 18 | December 3 |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at the nearest reporting station (2.2 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Frost dates by ZIP code in New York, NY
| ZIP | Last spring frost (50%) | First fall frost (50%) | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10025 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10029 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10002 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10023 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10027 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10024 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10031 | April 1 | November 15 | 7b |
| 10009 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10128 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10032 | April 1 | November 15 | 7b |
| 10033 | April 1 | November 15 | 7b |
| 10003 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10016 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10028 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10011 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10019 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10040 | April 1 | November 15 | 7b |
| 10021 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10035 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10034 | April 1 | November 15 | 7b |
| 10026 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10022 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10039 | April 1 | November 15 | Zone 7a |
| 10036 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10065 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10010 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10001 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10030 | April 1 | November 15 | 7b |
| 10014 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10013 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10038 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10075 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10012 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10037 | April 1 | November 15 | Zone 7a |
| 10017 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10044 | April 1 | November 18 | Zone 7a |
| 10005 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10280 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10018 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10007 | April 1 | November 18 | Zone 7a |
| 10069 | April 1 | November 18 | Zone 7a |
| 10282 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10006 | April 1 | November 18 | Zone 7a |
| 10004 | April 1 | November 15 | 7b |
| 10162 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10279 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10152 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10020 | April 1 | November 18 | Zone 7a |
| 10103 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10110 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10111 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10112 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10115 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10119 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10153 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10154 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10165 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10167 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10168 | April 1 | November 18 | Zone 7a |
| 10169 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10170 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10171 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10172 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10173 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10174 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10177 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10199 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10271 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
| 10278 | April 1 | November 18 | 7b |
Month by month in New York
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Plan your garden layout and order seeds. Research varieties suited to your frost dates. |
| February | Start peppers and eggplant indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost (around April 1). Start tomatoes about two weeks later, 6–8 weeks before last frost. |
| March | Start herbs, basil, and squash indoors (4–6 weeks before frost). Direct sow peas, spinach, and lettuce if soil is workable. |
| April | Last frost around April 1. Transplant cold-hardy crops (broccoli, kale, cabbage). Harden off tomato and pepper seedlings. |
| May | Frost has passed. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, and basil outdoors. Direct sow beans, cucumbers, squash, and zucchini. |
| June | Succession plant lettuce and greens. Keep beds weeded and watered consistently. |
| July | Harvest regularly to encourage production. Monitor for pests and disease. |
| August | Midsummer: harvest beans, zucchini, cucumbers. Start brassica seeds indoors for fall. |
| September | Direct sow carrots and beets for fall harvest. Start fall broccoli and kale indoors. |
| October | First fall frost approaching (around November 18). Transplant fall brassicas. Sow spinach, arugula, and radishes. |
| November | First frost around November 18. Harvest tomatoes and peppers before frost. Cover cold-hardy crops with row covers to extend the season. |
| December | Harvest remaining cold-hardy crops: kale, carrots, and beets. Plant garlic bulbs for next year. |
What grows in a 231-day season
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for New York, NY (ZIP 10025)?
The median last spring frost date for New York, NY (ZIP code 10025) is around April 1. This is the 50th-percentile date — meaning half of all years see frost end before this date. Use the 10% and 90% dates to understand the full range of risk in your area.
What is the first fall frost date in New York, NY?
The median first fall frost date for New York, NY is around November 18. Plan to harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops like tomatoes and peppers at least a week before this date to avoid losses.
How long is the growing season in New York, NY?
The frost-free growing season in New York is about 231 days. This window — from your last spring frost to your first fall frost — is when warm-season vegetables thrive. Cold-hardy crops like kale, spinach, and peas can extend your season by weeks on either side.
What USDA hardiness zone is New York, NY?
Based on frost date patterns, New York falls approximately in 7b. USDA hardiness zones are determined by average annual minimum winter temperatures and guide both plant selection and planting timing for your location.
When should I start tomatoes indoors in New York, NY?
Start tomato seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date (around April 1). For New York, that's roughly February 5 to February 19. Transplant outdoors 1–2 weeks after your last frost.
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