Frost dates in Chaffee County, Colorado
The average last spring frost in Chaffee County falls May 27 to Jun 16 and the average first fall frost Sep 10 to Sep 23, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 5a to 6a. Places: Buena Vista, Garfield, Maysville, Nathrop, Poncha Springs. Pick a ZIP for 10% and 90% odds, soil temperature and the 7-day freeze forecast.
| ZIP | Place | Last spring frost | First fall frost | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81201 | Maysville | May 29 | Sep 20 | 5b |
| 81211 | Buena Vista | Jun 16 | Sep 10 | 5b |
| 81227 | Garfield | May 29 | Sep 20 | 5b |
| 81228 | Jun 16 | Sep 10 | 5a | |
| 81236 | Nathrop | May 27 | Sep 23 | 5b |
| 81242 | Poncha Springs | May 29 | Sep 20 | 6a |
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