Frost Dates for Minot, ND 58701
Last spring frost May 12 · First fall frost September 22 · 133 frost-free days · USDA Zone 4a
ZIP 58701 has about 33,100 people, the largest of 3 ZIP codes in Minot.
Moderate season: 133 frost-free days. Spring frost risk spans April 30–May 25 (25 days). Fall frost risk spans September 10–October 8 (28 days).
Frost probability for 58701
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | May 25 | May 12 | April 30 |
| Fall (first frost) | September 10 | September 22 | October 8 |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at MINOT EXP STN (4.9 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Frost dates by ZIP code in Minot, ND
| ZIP | Last spring frost (50%) | First fall frost (50%) | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58701 | May 12 | September 22 | 4a |
| 58703 | May 12 | September 21 | 4a |
| 58707 | May 12 | September 21 | 5b (est.) |
Which crops fit a 133-day season in Minot
In Minot (133 frost-free days, a moderate season), 37 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 16 get two plantings, 2 need an indoor start, 1 crop is perennial.
| Crop | Start indoors | Plant out / sow | Days you have | Verdict | Last sow date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomato | Apr 7 | May 26–Jun 2 | 91 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 91 available after May 26. | — |
| Pepper | Mar 31 | May 26–Jun 2 | 91 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 91 available after May 26. | May 28 |
| Lettuce | Mar 17 | Apr 14–Apr 21 | 168 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 14 and again by Aug 1; both mature before Sep 29. | Aug 1 |
| Carrots | — | Apr 21–Apr 28 | 175 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 175 available after Apr 21. | Jul 21 |
| Cucumber | Apr 21 | May 26–Jun 2 | 105 | fits: 60 days to maturity, 105 available after May 26. | Jun 26 |
| Beans | — | May 19–Jun 2 | 119 | fits: 60 days to maturity, 119 available after May 19. | Jul 3 |
| Peas | — | Mar 17–May 26 | 196 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 196 available after Mar 17. | Jul 12 |
| Zucchini | Apr 28 | May 26–Jun 2 | 105 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 105 available after May 26. | Jul 1 |
| Onion | Feb 17 | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 168 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 168 available after Apr 14. | — |
| Spinach | — | Mar 17–May 5 | 210 | two-plantings: Plant Mar 17 and again by Aug 20; both mature before Oct 13. | Aug 20 |
| Kale | Mar 3 | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 182 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 14 and again by Aug 5; both mature before Oct 13. | Aug 5 |
| Broccoli | Mar 17 | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 168 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 168 available after Apr 14. | Jun 27 |
| Cabbage | Mar 17 | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 182 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 182 available after Apr 14. | Jul 21 |
| Radish | — | Mar 17–Jun 9 | 196 | two-plantings: Plant Mar 17 and again by Aug 21; both mature before Sep 29. | Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | Mar 17–Jun 9 | 196 | two-plantings: Plant Mar 17 and again by Jul 22; both mature before Sep 29. | Jul 22 |
| Potatoes | — | Apr 28–May 5 | 154 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 154 available after Apr 28. | — |
| Garlic | — | Sep 22 | 238 | overwinter: Plant Sep 22 to Oct 13; harvest the following summer. | Oct 13 |
| Strawberry | — | Apr 7–Jun 2 | 189 | perennial: A perennial: plant Apr 7; it fruits from the following year and keeps producing for several years. | — |
| Corn | Apr 14 | May 19–May 26 | 105 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 105 available after May 19. | Jun 4 |
| Pumpkin | Apr 28 | May 26–May 26 | 98 | head-start: Even planted out May 26, the outdoor season is about 2 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover. | — |
| Cauliflower | Mar 31 | May 5–May 19 | 147 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 147 available after May 5. | Jul 2 |
| Swiss Chard | Mar 17 | Apr 28–Apr 28 | 154 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 28 and again by Jul 22; both mature before Sep 29. | Jul 22 |
| Arugula | — | Mar 17–Jun 9 | 210 | two-plantings: Plant Mar 17 and again by Aug 20; both mature before Oct 13. | Aug 20 |
| Brussel Sprouts | Mar 17 | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 182 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 182 available after Apr 14. | Jun 21 |
| Butternut Squash | Apr 28 | May 26–Jun 2 | 98 | head-start: Even planted out May 26, the outdoor season is about 2 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover. | — |
| Eggplant | Mar 24 | May 26–Jun 2 | 91 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 91 available after May 26. | Jun 2 |
| Okra | Apr 14 | May 19–May 26 | 112 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 112 available after May 19. | Jul 1 |
| Basil | Apr 7 | Jun 2–Jun 2 | 98 | fits: 60 days to maturity, 98 available after Jun 2. | Jun 26 |
| Cilantro | — | Apr 14–May 5 | 168 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 14 and again by Jul 27; both mature before Sep 29. | Jul 27 |
| Parsley | Mar 3 | May 19–May 26 | 133 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 133 available after May 19. | Jul 7 |
| Celery | Mar 3 | May 19–Jun 2 | 133 | fits: 120 days to maturity, 133 available after May 19. | — |
| Scallions | Mar 3 | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 182 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 14 and again by Jul 31; both mature before Oct 13. | Jul 31 |
| Turnip | — | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 182 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 14 and again by Aug 10; both mature before Oct 13. | Aug 10 |
| Kohlrabi | — | Mar 31–Apr 14 | 196 | two-plantings: Plant Mar 31 and again by Aug 5; both mature before Oct 13. | Aug 5 |
| Bok Choy | Apr 14 | May 5–May 12 | 147 | two-plantings: Plant May 5 and again by Aug 1; both mature before Sep 29. | Aug 1 |
| Collards | Mar 3 | Apr 14–Apr 28 | 182 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 14 and again by Jul 31; both mature before Oct 13. | Jul 31 |
| Cantaloupe | Apr 28 | May 26–Jun 2 | 91 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 91 available after May 26. | — |
| Chives | Feb 17 | May 19–May 26 | 147 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 147 available after May 19. | — |
| Dill | — | Mar 17–Jun 9 | 196 | two-plantings: Plant Mar 17 and again by Jul 22; both mature before Sep 29. | Jul 22 |
| Oregano | Mar 3 | May 19–May 26 | 147 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 147 available after May 19. | — |
| Rosemary | Feb 17 | May 19–May 26 | 133 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 133 available after May 19. | — |
| Sage | Mar 17 | May 19–May 26 | 147 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 147 available after May 19. | — |
| Thyme | Mar 3 | May 19–May 26 | 147 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 147 available after May 19. | — |
| Calendula | Mar 31 | Apr 28–May 12 | 154 | two-plantings: Plant Apr 28 and again by Jul 27; both mature before Sep 29. | Jul 27 |
| Cosmos | Apr 14 | May 12–May 26 | 119 | fits: 60 days to maturity, 119 available after May 12. | Jun 26 |
| Lavender | Feb 17 | May 12–May 26 | 154 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 154 available after May 12. | — |
| Marigolds | Mar 31 | May 12–May 19 | 119 | two-plantings: Plant May 12 and again by Jul 6; both mature before Sep 8. | Jul 6 |
| Melons | Apr 28 | May 26–Jun 2 | 91 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 91 available after May 26. | — |
| Mint | — | May 12–May 26 | 154 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 154 available after May 12. | — |
| Nasturtiums | Apr 14 | May 12–May 19 | 119 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 119 available after May 12. | Jul 1 |
| Pole Beans | — | May 19–Jun 2 | 112 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 112 available after May 19. | Jun 21 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Apr 28 | May 26–Jun 2 | 98 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 98 available after May 26. | — |
| Sunflowers | — | May 12–May 26 | 119 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 119 available after May 12. | Jun 16 |
| Tomatillos | Mar 17 | May 19–May 26 | 98 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 98 available after May 19. | May 28 |
| Watermelon | Apr 28 | May 19–May 26 | 98 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 98 available after May 19. | May 23 |
| Yellow Squash | Apr 28 | May 26–Jun 2 | 105 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 105 available after May 26. | Jul 1 |
| Zinnias | Apr 14 | May 12–May 26 | 119 | fits: 60 days to maturity, 119 available after May 12. | Jun 26 |
Month by month in Minot
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Plan your garden layout and order seeds. Research varieties suited to your frost dates. |
| February | Start indoors: Chives (Feb 17), Lavender (Feb 17), Onion (Feb 17), Rosemary (Feb 17). |
| March | Start indoors: Celery (Mar 3), Collards (Mar 3), Kale (Mar 3), Oregano (Mar 3), Parsley (Mar 3), Scallions (Mar 3), +13 more. Direct sow from: Arugula (Mar 17), Beets (Mar 17), Dill (Mar 17), Peas (Mar 17), Radish (Mar 17), Spinach (Mar 17), +1 more. |
| April | Start indoors: Basil (Apr 7), Tomato (Apr 7), Bok Choy (Apr 14), Corn (Apr 14), Cosmos (Apr 14), Nasturtiums (Apr 14), +11 more. Direct sow from: Cilantro (Apr 14), Turnip (Apr 14), Carrots (Apr 21), Potatoes (Apr 28). Transplant from: Broccoli (Apr 14), Brussel Sprouts (Apr 14), Cabbage (Apr 14), Collards (Apr 14), Kale (Apr 14), Lettuce (Apr 14), +4 more. Plant: Strawberry (Apr 7). |
| May | Direct sow from: Sunflowers (May 12), Beans (May 19), Pole Beans (May 19). Transplant from: Bok Choy (May 5), Cauliflower (May 5), Cosmos (May 12), Lavender (May 12), Marigolds (May 12), Mint (May 12), +24 more. Last frost around May 12. Last sowing dates: Watermelon (May 23), Pepper (May 28), Tomatillos (May 28). |
| June | Transplant from: Basil (Jun 2). Last sowing dates: Eggplant (Jun 2), Corn (Jun 4), Sunflowers (Jun 16), Brussel Sprouts (Jun 21), Pole Beans (Jun 21), Basil (Jun 26), +4 more. |
| July | Last sowing dates: Nasturtiums (Jul 1), Okra (Jul 1), Yellow Squash (Jul 1), Zucchini (Jul 1), Cauliflower (Jul 2), Beans (Jul 3), +12 more. |
| August | Last sowing dates: Bok Choy (Aug 1), Lettuce (Aug 1), Kale (Aug 5), Kohlrabi (Aug 5), Turnip (Aug 10), Arugula (Aug 20), +2 more. |
| September | Direct sow from: Garlic (Sep 22). First frost around September 22. |
| October | Last sowing dates: Garlic (Oct 13). |
| November | Clean up spent plants. Add compost to beds. Rest, review, and plan next year's garden. |
| December | Clean up spent plants. Add compost to beds. Rest, review, and plan next year's garden. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Minot, ND (ZIP 58701)?
The median last spring frost date for Minot, ND (ZIP code 58701) is around May 12. 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. One year in ten frost ends before April 30; one in ten it runs past May 25.
What is the first fall frost date in Minot, ND?
The median first fall frost date for Minot, ND is around September 22. Plan to harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops like tomatoes and peppers at least a week before this date to avoid losses. The first frost arrives around September 10 in the earliest one-in-ten years, so cover tomatoes and peppers from then.
How long is the growing season in Minot, ND?
The frost-free growing season in Minot is about 133 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. In Minot (133 frost-free days, a moderate season), 37 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 16 get two plantings, 2 need an indoor start, 1 crop is perennial.
What USDA hardiness zone is Minot, ND?
Minot, ND is in USDA hardiness zone 4a (2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map). Zones come from the average coldest winter temperature, so they tell you which perennials survive the winter; the frost dates on this page tell you when to plant.
When should I start tomatoes indoors in Minot, ND?
Start tomatoes indoors Apr 7 and plant out May 26 in Minot. The planner uses the local median last frost and this crop's indoor-start and transplant offsets.
How many plantings of lettuce fit in Minot?
Two: plant Apr 14 and again by Aug 1; both mature before Sep 29.
When do I plant garlic in Minot?
Sep 22 to Oct 13; it overwinters and is ready the following summer.
Can I grow Butternut Squash in Minot?
Yes, with help. Even planted out May 26, the outdoor season is about 2 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover.
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