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Washington Island, WI planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Washington Island, WI (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around May 15, 2026 12 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 14, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 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 Washington Island, WI’s first frost (~Oct 14, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Washington Island, WI

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ZIP codes in Washington Island

54246

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