The last 36°F Spring frost date is 30% likely to be on May 9. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The last 32°F light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Apr 24. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also 🍂 First Fall Frost Dates.)
Last frost date probabilities for Federal Way, WA are based on historical climate data.
Always check your local forecast for the most up-to-date frost warnings.
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The last spring frost signals when your area is safe from freezing temperatures. Tender plants can now grow outdoors without cold damage! This marks the beginning of the growing season. Last spring frost serves as your essential starting point for planting warm-season crops. It's also time to remove winter protection from your perennials. Enjoy the longer days and warmer weather!
Start seeds indoors several weeks before your last frost date. This gives plants time to reach transplanting size when weather permits. Plan your outdoor planting schedule around your area's average last frost date. Plant some crops before and some after this date to protect against weather changes. Look for spots in your yard where frost stays longer or disappears earlier. Create your own frost map to use all available growing space and extend your season. Keep watching your local weather forecast to catch any surprise late frosts.
| Probability of frost (36°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | May 19 |
| 20% chance | May 13 |
| 30% chance | May 9 |
| 40% chance | May 5 |
| 50% chance | May 2 |
| 60% chance | Apr 30 |
| 70% chance | Apr 26 |
| 80% chance | Apr 21 |
| 90% chance | Apr 14 |
| Probability of light freeze (32°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | May 5 |
| 20% chance | Apr 30 |
| 30% chance | Apr 24 |
| 40% chance | Apr 18 |
| 50% chance | Apr 11 |
| 60% chance | Apr 5 |
| 70% chance | Mar 31 |
| 80% chance | Mar 26 |
| 90% chance | Mar 18 |
| Probability of moderate freeze (28°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Apr 17 |
| 20% chance | Apr 2 |
| 30% chance | Mar 25 |
| 40% chance | Mar 16 |
| 50% chance | Mar 9 |
| 60% chance | Mar 2 |
| 70% chance | Feb 26 |
| 80% chance | Feb 20 |
| 90% chance | Feb 11 |
| Probability of moderate hard freeze (24°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Mar 10 |
| 20% chance | Feb 28 |
| 30% chance | Feb 23 |
| 40% chance | Feb 17 |
| 50% chance | Feb 11 |
| 60% chance | Feb 4 |
| 70% chance | Jan 26 |
| 80% chance | Jan 12 |
| 90% chance | Dec 31 |
| Probability of hard freeze (20°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Feb 26 |
| 20% chance | Feb 17 |
| 30% chance | Feb 9 |
| 40% chance | Feb 2 |
| 50% chance | Jan 23 |
| 60% chance | Jan 11 |
| 70% chance | Jan 2 |
| 80% chance | Dec 26 |
| 90% chance | Dec 11 |
| Probability of severe hard freeze (16°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Feb 20 |
| 20% chance | Feb 8 |
| 30% chance | Jan 30 |
| 40% chance | Jan 17 |
| 50% chance | Jan 7 |
| 60% chance | Jan 1 |
| 70% chance | Dec 28 |
| 80% chance | Dec 21 |
| 90% chance | Dec 7 |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: PUYALLUP 2 W EXP STN (USC00456803)