Frost dates in Ottumwa, IA

The average last spring frost in Ottumwa is around April 19 and the first fall frost is around October 15. That gives Ottumwa an average growing season of about 179 days.

Last spring frost

Early (10% chance after)April 6
Average (50%)April 19
Late (90%)May 4

First fall frost

Early (10%)October 2
Average (50%)October 15
Late (90% chance before)October 29

See the Ottumwa planting calendar →