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Fairbanks, AK planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Fairbanks, AK (USDA hardiness zone 3b). Typical last spring frost around May 16, 2026 10 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 8, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 28, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Still time to plant

As of today, these crops can still reach harvest before Fairbanks, AK’s first frost (~Sep 8, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Fairbanks, AK

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Fairbanks, AK (covering 5 ZIPs); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.