Frost dates in Rhode Island
Average last frost dates in Rhode Island run from April 7 in Newport to April 22 in Central Falls.
| Place | Last frost | First frost |
|---|---|---|
| Central Falls | Apr 22 | Oct 19 |
| Cranston | Apr 11 | Oct 30 |
| East Providence | Apr 11 | Oct 30 |
| Newport | Apr 7 | Nov 13 |
| Pawtucket | Apr 22 | Oct 19 |
| Providence | Apr 11 | Oct 30 |
| Warwick | Apr 11 | Oct 30 |
| Woonsocket | Apr 22 | Oct 19 |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest station to each place. Places of 10,000+ people (US Census Bureau, 2024 estimates) within 50 miles of a station.
When to plant in Rhode Island
- Asparagus
- Lima Beans
- Green Beans
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Brussels Sprouts
- Cabbage
- Chinese Cabbage
- Carrots
- Cauliflower
- Celery
- Swiss Chard
- Collard Greens
- Sweet Corn
- Cucumbers
- Eggplant
- Garlic
- Kale
- Leeks
- Lettuce
- Cantaloupe
- Okra
- Onions
- Onion Sets
- Peas
- Black-Eyed Peas
- Peppers
- Potatoes
- Radishes
- Rhubarb
- Spinach
- Summer Squash (Zucchini)
- Winter Squash
- Sweet Potatoes
- Tomatoes
- Turnips
- Watermelon