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Mackay, ID planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Mackay, ID (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around Jun 14, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 8, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 30, 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 Mackay, ID’s first frost (~Sep 8, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Mackay

83251

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Mackay, ID (covering 1 ZIP); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.