Frost dates in Madison County, Kentucky

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The average last spring frost in Madison County falls Apr 5 to Apr 20 and the average first fall frost Oct 19 to Nov 2, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 6b to 7a. Places: Berea, Richmond. 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
40385		Apr 20	Oct 19	6b
40403	Berea	Apr 5	Nov 2	7a
40404	Berea	Apr 5	Nov 2	7a
40475	Richmond	Apr 15	Oct 22	7a

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