First Frost in NY State

The map below shows the average date of the first frost in New York State. These dates are guides, and no guarantee that frost will not occur before the first date shown.

first frost in ny

Microclimates have an effect on frost dates. Some valleys and low-lying areas can be plagued by early frosts well before the first frost date on cold nights when there is radiational cooling. Large bodies of water may moderate air temperatures at some sites, reducing the chances of frost.


City Avg First Frost
Albany 09/19
Buffalo 09/23
Gloversville 09/17
Lake Placid 08/29
New York City 10/27
Rochester 09/29
Scarsdale 10/01
Syracuse 10/03
Watertown 09/21

Sources:

• ecommons.cornell.edu/
• www.victoryseeds.com