Last spring frost
Apr 26
Frost Dates for Far Hills, NJ
First fall frost
Oct 18
Growing season
176 days
Hardiness zone
7a
In an average year around Far Hills, NJ, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 26 and the first fall frost is about Oct 18, giving roughly a 176-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 11 before setting out tender plants.
Last spring frost
Dates the last frost of spring typically ends. Plant tender crops after the risk has passed for your comfort level.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | May 23 | May 7 | Apr 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 13 | Apr 26 | Apr 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 28 | Apr 11 | Mar 28 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 13 | Mar 30 | Mar 14 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 23 | May 18 | May 14 | May 10 | May 7 | May 4 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 |
| 32°F | May 13 | May 7 | May 2 | Apr 29 | Apr 26 | Apr 23 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 |
| 28°F | Apr 28 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 |
| 24°F | Apr 13 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 27 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 |
| 20°F | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 17 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 |
| 16°F | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 27 | Feb 23 | Feb 14 |
First fall frost
Dates the first frost of fall typically arrives. Count back by a crop's days-to-maturity to know your planting cutoff.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | Sep 27 | Oct 7 | Oct 21 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 5 | Oct 18 | Nov 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 14 | Oct 30 | Nov 13 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 26 | Nov 11 | Nov 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 27 | Oct 1 | Oct 3 | Oct 5 | Oct 7 | Oct 9 | Oct 12 | Oct 16 | Oct 21 |
| 32°F | Oct 5 | Oct 9 | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Nov 2 |
| 28°F | Oct 14 | Oct 19 | Oct 23 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 13 |
| 24°F | Oct 26 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 30 |
| 20°F | Nov 7 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 14 |
| 16°F | Nov 18 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 8 | Dec 13 | Dec 19 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 |
Growing season is measured at 32°F with about 50% probability. Hardiness zone from the 2023 USDA map; frost normals from NOAA 1991-2020.
Where this data comes from
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How we calculate these dates
Frost and freeze dates come from the NOAA 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's 30-year averages for each weather station. A date shown at the 50% level is the median: in half of years the frost falls on or before it. The 10% and 90% columns show the early and late ends of the range, so you can plant on the odds you're comfortable with. These are long-term averages, not a forecast for this year - always check your local outlook before planting.
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 1991–2020 Climate Normals (public domain). Harman is not affiliated with or endorsed by NOAA.
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Far Hills, NJ?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Far Hills, NJ is about Apr 26. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 11.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Far Hills, NJ typically arrives about Oct 18. Count back by a crop's days to maturity to find the latest date you can plant it.
When can I plant tomatoes and other tender crops?
Tender crops like tomatoes, peppers and basil are damaged by frost, so wait until the last spring frost has passed - around Apr 26 on average, or Apr 11 to be safe most years.
How long is the growing season here?
The frost-free growing season (between the last spring and first fall 32°F frost) is about 176 days in a typical year.
Are these dates a forecast for this year?
No. They are 30-year averages from the NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals, not a prediction for the current year. Use them for planning and always check your local weather forecast before planting or protecting crops.
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Data source: NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals · Page updated Aug 4, 2026