Last Frost in NY State

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

last frost date ny

Microclimates have an effect on frost dates. Some valleys and low-lying areas can experience late frosts well after the last 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 Last Frost
Albany 05/24
Buffalo 05/20
Gloversville 05/24
Lake Placid 06/19
New York City 04/13
Rochester 05/18
Scarsdale 05/09
Syracuse 05/14
Watertown 05/22

Sources:

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