Temperature-wise, it depends on the crop (for planting, not tilling). Early, cool season crops like peas and cabbage family veggies can be planted as soon as the soil temp is over 40-50F. For warm season crops, it should be 60-70 at planting time.
Don't start tilling or walking on the soil when it is too moist. This can harm soil structure and compact the soil. Squeeze a handful of soil. If it easily sticks together rather than falling apart, it is still too wet. If a light poke causes it to break apart, it can be tilled.
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