When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Newport News
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Newport News?
Direct-sow around late May (May 25–Jun 15) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Newport News?
Expect to harvest from around early August (Aug 8–Sep 2) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 77%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Newport News?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 7–Mar 28) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Newport News?
Transplant outdoors around late May (May 25–Jun 15) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
How long is the growing season in Newport News?
Newport News has roughly 262 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 Newport News's frost dates.