Frost dates across Vermont
Typical last spring frost, first fall frost, and USDA zone for 4 Vermont cities, from 30-year NOAA climate normals. Every date is a 50 percent odds line, not a promise. Pick a city for the full frost window and what is plantable there now.
| City | Last spring frost | First fall frost | Season length | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | Apr 29 | Oct 15 | about 169 days | 5a |
| South Burlington | Apr 29 | Oct 15 | about 169 days | 5a |
| Rutland | May 15 | Sep 27 | about 135 days | 5a |
| Essex Junction | May 2 | Oct 11 | about 162 days | 5a |
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