Frost dates in Elkhart, IA

The average last spring frost in Elkhart is around April 26 and the first fall frost is around October 7. That gives Elkhart an average growing season of about 164 days.

Last spring frost

Early (10% chance after)April 9
Average (50%)April 26
Late (90%)May 10

First fall frost

Early (10%)September 24
Average (50%)October 7
Late (90% chance before)October 25

See the Elkhart planting calendar →