Frost dates in Ames, IA

The average last spring frost in Ames is around April 24 and the first fall frost is around October 9. That gives Ames an average growing season of about 168 days.

Last spring frost

Early (10% chance after)April 12
Average (50%)April 24
Late (90%)May 6

First fall frost

Early (10%)September 24
Average (50%)October 9
Late (90% chance before)October 17

See the Ames planting calendar →