Frost dates in Chelsea, IA

The average last spring frost in Chelsea is around April 30 and the first fall frost is around October 5. That gives Chelsea an average growing season of about 158 days.

Last spring frost

Early (10% chance after)April 17
Average (50%)April 30
Late (90%)May 17

First fall frost

Early (10%)September 21
Average (50%)October 5
Late (90% chance before)October 20

See the Chelsea planting calendar →