Frost dates in Buena Vista County, Iowa
The average last spring frost in Buena Vista County falls Apr 25 to Apr 30 and the average first fall frost Oct 5 to Oct 13, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 5a. Places: Albert City, Alta, Marathon, Newell, Rembrandt, Sioux Rapids. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50510 | Albert City | Apr 30 | Oct 5 | 5a |
| 50565 | Marathon | Apr 30 | Oct 5 | 5a |
| 50568 | Newell | Apr 25 | Oct 13 | 5a |
| 50576 | Rembrandt | Apr 30 | Oct 5 | 5a |
| 50585 | Sioux Rapids | Apr 30 | Oct 5 | 5a |
| 50588 | Storm Lake | Apr 25 | Oct 13 | 5a |
| 50592 | Truesdale | Apr 25 | Oct 13 | 5a |
| 51002 | Alta | Apr 25 | Oct 13 | 5a |
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