Last spring frost
Apr 1
Frost Dates for Deltaville, VA
First fall frost
Nov 10
Growing season
223 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Deltaville, VA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 1 and the first fall frost is about Nov 10, giving roughly a 223-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 20 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 3 | Apr 15 | Mar 31 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 15 | Apr 1 | Mar 20 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 21 | Mar 5 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 25 | Mar 7 | Feb 17 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 3 | Apr 25 | Apr 21 | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 |
| 32°F | Apr 15 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 |
| 28°F | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 25 | Mar 21 | Mar 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 |
| 24°F | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 17 |
| 20°F | Mar 14 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 11 | Feb 5 | Jan 28 |
| 16°F | Mar 2 | Feb 23 | Feb 16 | Feb 9 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 18 | Jan 8 |
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 18 | Nov 1 | Nov 12 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 10 | Nov 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 7 | Nov 23 | Dec 10 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 18 | Dec 6 | Dec 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 18 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 |
| 32°F | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 |
| 28°F | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 |
| 24°F | Nov 18 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 17 | Dec 23 | Dec 31 |
| 20°F | Dec 3 | Dec 9 | Dec 16 | Dec 21 | Dec 25 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 17 |
| 16°F | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 23 | Feb 2 |
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 Deltaville, VA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Deltaville, VA is about Apr 1. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 20.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Deltaville, VA typically arrives about Nov 10. 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 1 on average, or Mar 20 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 223 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