Frost dates in Rice County, Minnesota
The average last spring frost in Rice County falls Apr 27 to May 5 and the average first fall frost Oct 5 to Oct 10, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 4b. Places: Dundas, Faribault, Lonsdale, Morristown, Nerstrand, Northfield. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55019 | Dundas | May 5 | Oct 5 | 4b |
| 55021 | Faribault | May 5 | Oct 5 | 4b |
| 55046 | Lonsdale | May 5 | Oct 5 | 4b |
| 55052 | Morristown | May 5 | Oct 5 | 4b |
| 55053 | Nerstrand | May 5 | Oct 5 | 4b |
| 55057 | Northfield | May 5 | Oct 5 | 4b |
| 55087 | Warsaw | May 5 | Oct 5 | 4b |
| 55088 | Apr 27 | Oct 10 | 4b |
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