Frost dates in Tompkins County, New York
The average last spring frost in Tompkins County falls May 1 to May 13 and the average first fall frost Oct 3 to Oct 21, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 5b to 6a. Places: Brooktondale, Dryden, Freeville, Groton, Ithaca, Jacksonville. Pick a ZIP for 10% and 90% odds, soil temperature and the 7-day freeze forecast.
| ZIP | Place | Last spring frost | First fall frost | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13053 | Dryden | May 13 | Oct 4 | 5b |
| 13062 | May 7 | Oct 8 | 5b | |
| 13068 | Freeville | May 7 | Oct 8 | 5b |
| 13073 | Groton | May 7 | Oct 8 | 5b |
| 13102 | McLean | May 7 | Oct 8 | 5b |
| 14817 | Brooktondale | May 13 | Oct 4 | 5b |
| 14850 | South Hill | May 11 | Oct 3 | 6a |
| 14853 | Ithaca | May 11 | Oct 3 | 6a |
| 14854 | Jacksonville | May 10 | Oct 8 | 6a |
| 14867 | Newfield | May 10 | Oct 8 | 6a |
| 14881 | Slaterville Springs | May 11 | Oct 3 | 5b |
| 14882 | South Lansing | May 1 | Oct 21 | 6a |
| 14886 | Jacksonville | May 10 | Oct 8 | 6a |
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