South Dakota planting calendar
Most of South Dakota falls in USDA hardiness zones 3b–5a. Your exact zone depends on your local area — look it up by ZIP code — then open your zone's month-by-month calendar below.
USDA hardiness zones in South Dakota
| Zone | Coldest temps | Avg. last spring frost |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 3b | -35 to -30°F | May 20 |
| Zone 4a | -30 to -25°F | May 15 |
| Zone 4b | -25 to -20°F | May 10 |
| Zone 5a | -20 to -15°F | May 5 |