Last spring frost
Apr 9
Frost Dates for North Beach, MD
First fall frost
Oct 29
Growing season
203 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around North Beach, MD, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 9 and the first fall frost is about Oct 29, giving roughly a 203-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 27 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 12 | Apr 24 | Apr 8 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 24 | Apr 9 | Mar 27 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 12 | Mar 30 | Mar 14 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 31 | Mar 18 | Mar 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 12 | May 5 | May 1 | Apr 27 | Apr 24 | Apr 21 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 8 |
| 32°F | Apr 24 | Apr 19 | Apr 15 | Apr 12 | Apr 9 | Apr 6 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 27 |
| 28°F | Apr 12 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 27 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 |
| 24°F | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 1 |
| 20°F | Mar 21 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 17 |
| 16°F | Mar 16 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Jan 31 |
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) | Oct 5 | Oct 19 | Nov 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 14 | Oct 29 | Nov 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 27 | Nov 10 | Nov 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 23 | Dec 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 5 | Oct 10 | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 19 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 |
| 32°F | Oct 14 | Oct 19 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 11 |
| 28°F | Oct 27 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 25 |
| 24°F | Nov 8 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 11 |
| 20°F | Nov 19 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 7 | Dec 11 | Dec 17 | Dec 22 | Dec 30 |
| 16°F | Dec 3 | Dec 9 | Dec 16 | Dec 21 | Dec 26 | Dec 30 | Jan 2 | Jan 9 | Jan 17 |
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
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Upper Marlboro 3 Nnw, Md, about 16.3 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 130 ft elevation. The further the station and the greater the elevation difference from your yard, the more your local frost timing can vary.
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 North Beach, MD?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around North Beach, MD is about Apr 9. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 27.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around North Beach, MD typically arrives about Oct 29. 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 9 on average, or Mar 27 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 203 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