When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Albuquerque
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Albuquerque?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Albuquerque?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 22–Sep 16) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Albuquerque?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 8–Apr 29) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Albuquerque?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Albuquerque?
Albuquerque has roughly 207 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) to maturity outdoors.
Sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost; plant out 2–3 weeks after it. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Albuquerque's frost dates.