Last spring frost
Apr 10
Frost Dates for Claremont, VA
First fall frost
Nov 1
Growing season
206 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Claremont, VA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 10 and the first fall frost is about Nov 1, giving roughly a 206-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 5 | Apr 20 | Apr 7 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 24 | Apr 10 | Mar 27 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 10 | Mar 29 | Mar 12 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 30 | Mar 14 | Feb 25 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 5 | Apr 30 | Apr 26 | Apr 23 | Apr 20 | Apr 18 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 7 |
| 32°F | Apr 24 | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 27 |
| 28°F | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 31 | Mar 29 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 12 |
| 24°F | Mar 30 | Mar 24 | Mar 21 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 25 |
| 20°F | Mar 19 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 4 |
| 16°F | Mar 9 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 18 | Feb 12 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 25 | Jan 16 |
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 12 | Oct 24 | Nov 4 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 21 | Nov 1 | Nov 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 12 | Nov 28 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 25 | Dec 16 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 12 | Oct 16 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 |
| 32°F | Oct 21 | Oct 26 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 |
| 28°F | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 28 |
| 24°F | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 | Dec 16 |
| 20°F | Nov 23 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 | Dec 11 | Dec 18 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 |
| 16°F | Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 21 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 10 | Jan 16 | Jan 24 |
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: Disputanta, Va, about 15.1 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 Claremont, VA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Claremont, VA is about Apr 10. 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 Claremont, VA typically arrives about Nov 1. 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 10 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 206 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