Frost dates in Santa Cruz County, Arizona
The average last spring frost in Santa Cruz County falls Mar 20 to Apr 18 and the average first fall frost Nov 1 to Nov 21, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 8a to 8b. Places: Elgin, Nogales, Patagonia, Rio Rico, Sonoita, Tubac. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85611 | Elgin | Apr 18 | Nov 1 | 8a |
| 85621 | Nogales | Mar 20 | Nov 17 | 8b |
| 85624 | Patagonia | Mar 20 | Nov 17 | 8a |
| 85637 | Sonoita | Mar 28 | Nov 21 | 8a |
| 85640 | Tumacacori-Carmen | Apr 5 | Nov 10 | 8b |
| 85646 | Tubac | Apr 5 | Nov 10 | 8b |
| 85648 | Rio Rico | Apr 16 | Nov 2 | 8b |
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