Frost dates in Otero County, Colorado
The average last spring frost in Otero County falls Apr 26 to May 2 and the average first fall frost Oct 8 to Oct 15, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 6a. Places: Cheraw, La Junta, Manzanola, Rocky Ford, Swink. Pick a ZIP for 10% and 90% odds, soil temperature and the 7-day freeze forecast.
| ZIP | Place | Last spring frost | First fall frost | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81030 | Cheraw | Apr 30 | Oct 10 | 6a |
| 81050 | La Junta | Apr 27 | Oct 14 | 6a |
| 81058 | Manzanola | May 2 | Oct 8 | 6a |
| 81067 | Rocky Ford | May 1 | Oct 8 | 6a |
| 81077 | Swink | Apr 26 | Oct 15 | 6a |
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