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Last Frost Date for Hamilton, ON

Ontario · Growing Zone 6b

Last Spring Frost
April 18
First Fall Frost
November 1
Growing Season
197 days
Hardiness Zone
6b

Gardeners in Hamilton, ON can expect the average last spring frost around April 18, and the first fall frost around November 1, based on historical Environment Canada frost data for the area. That gives Hamilton a frost-free growing season of roughly 197 days. Actual frost dates shift by a week or two year to year, so use this as a planning baseline rather than an exact guarantee, and always check your local forecast before moving tender plants outside.

What this means for planning

Most warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) need transplanting only after the last frost has passed, and are usually started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before that date. Cold-hardy crops (peas, lettuce, spinach) can often go in the ground a few weeks before the last frost. As Hamilton's first fall frost approaches in November, it's time to plan the last harvests for anything frost-sensitive still in the ground.

GrowBlock builds your whole season timeline around dates like these automatically, indoor seed starting, transplant windows, and harvest, tuned to Hamilton specifically.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Hamilton, ON?

Around April 18 on average, though it can vary by a week or two either way depending on the year.

What growing zone is Hamilton?

Hamilton is in zone 6b, with a frost-free season of about 197 days.