Question 1

When should I plant tomatoes in ZIP 94102?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 94102, the main tomatoes target is around Feb 1, based on the representative San Francisco frost station and USDA zone 10a.

Question 2

When should I start tomatoes seeds indoors in 94102?

Accepted Answer

Start tomatoes seeds indoors in ZIP 94102 around Dec 14, about 42 days before the Jan 25 last-frost estimate.

Question 3

When is the last frost in San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco (ZIP 94102) has an average last spring frost around Jan 25, based on the representative San Francisco frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco (ZIP 94102) has an average first fall frost around Dec 15, leaving about 324 frost-free days.

Question 5

Is this a guaranteed planting date?

Accepted Answer

No. GrowZone uses frost-date estimates, hardiness zones, and crop timing rules for planning. Local microclimates and current weather can shift the right date.

Last and first frost dates for ZIP 94102 (San Francisco, CA)

Crop calendars for ZIP 94102