Frost dates in Des Moines County, Iowa
The average last spring frost in Des Moines County falls Apr 8 to Apr 30 and the average first fall frost Oct 10 to Oct 29, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 5b to 6a. Places: Burlington, Danville, Kingston, Middletown, Oakville, Sperry. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52601 | Burlington | Apr 15 | Oct 20 | 6a |
| 52623 | Danville | Apr 15 | Oct 20 | 6a |
| 52637 | Kingston | Apr 8 | Oct 29 | 5b |
| 52638 | Middletown | Apr 15 | Oct 20 | 6a |
| 52646 | Oakville | Apr 14 | Oct 24 | 5b |
| 52650 | Sperry | Apr 8 | Oct 29 | 6a |
| 52655 | West Burlington | Apr 15 | Oct 20 | 6a |
| 52660 | Yarmouth | Apr 30 | Oct 10 | 5b |
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