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Fairfax, SD planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Fairfax, SD (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 27, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 13, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 11, 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 Fairfax, SD’s first frost (~Oct 13, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Fairfax

57335

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