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Planting calendar for ZIP 69162 (Sidney, NE)

When to plant vegetables in Sidney, NE (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around May 15, 2026 10 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 30, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 27, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

See the full Sidney, NE planting calendar for dates typical of the whole city.

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates for ZIP 69162: NOAA 1991-2020 normals (USW00024030 SIDNEY MUNI AP, NE US). Your exact dates depend on your address and microclimate. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.