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Frost dates in Mason County, Michigan

Lake Michigan shoreline below the bluffs at Sleeping Bear Dunes in winter, Michigan
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The average last spring frost in Mason County falls May 14 to May 17 and the average first fall frost Oct 7 to Oct 12, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 6a to 6b. Places: Custer, Fountain, Free Soil, Ludington, Scottville. Pick a ZIP for 10% and 90% odds, soil temperature and the 7-day freeze forecast.

ZIPPlaceLast spring frostFirst fall frostZone
49405CusterMay 17Oct 76a
49410FountainMay 14Oct 126a
49411Free SoilMay 14Oct 126a
49431LudingtonMay 17Oct 76b
49454ScottvilleMay 17Oct 76a
49458May 17Oct 76a

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