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Planting calendar for ZIP 94605 (Oakland, CA)

When to plant vegetables in Oakland, CA (USDA hardiness zone 9b). Typical last spring frost around Jan 7, 2026 22 days year to year), first fall frost around Dec 23, 202621 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Feb 4, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

See the full Oakland, CA planting calendar for dates typical of the whole city.

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates for ZIP 94605: NOAA 1991-2020 normals (USW00023230 OAKLAND METRO INTL AP, CA US). Your exact dates depend on your address and microclimate. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.