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Truth Or Consequences, NM planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Truth Or Consequences, NM (USDA hardiness zone 8a). Typical last spring frost around Mar 13, 2026 14 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 15, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Mar 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 Truth Or Consequences, NM’s first frost (~Nov 15, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Truth Or Consequences, NM

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ZIP codes in Truth Or Consequences

87901

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