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Chama, NM planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Chama, NM (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around Jun 14, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 18, 20269 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 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 Chama, NM’s first frost (~Sep 18, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Chama

87520

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