Frost dates in Franklin County, Vermont
The average last spring frost in Franklin County falls May 1 to May 18 and the average first fall frost Sep 30 to Oct 12, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 4b to 5a. Places: Bakersfield, Enosburg Falls, Fairfax, Highgate Center, Richford, St. Albans. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05441 | Bakersfield | May 14 | Oct 1 | 4b |
| 05447 | May 14 | Oct 1 | 4b | |
| 05448 | May 18 | Sep 30 | 5a | |
| 05450 | Enosburg Falls | May 14 | Oct 1 | 4b |
| 05454 | Fairfax | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a |
| 05455 | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a | |
| 05457 | May 18 | Sep 30 | 5a | |
| 05459 | Highgate Center | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a |
| 05471 | May 14 | Oct 1 | 5a | |
| 05476 | Richford | May 14 | Oct 1 | 4b |
| 05478 | St. Albans | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a |
| 05481 | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a | |
| 05483 | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a | |
| 05485 | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a | |
| 05488 | Swanton | May 1 | Oct 12 | 5a |
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