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Auburn, NY planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Auburn, NY (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around May 2, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 18, 202612 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 16, 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 Auburn, NY’s first frost (~Oct 18, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Auburn

13021

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