Last spring frost
Mar 25
Frost Dates for Candor, NC
First fall frost
Nov 14
Growing season
235 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Candor, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 25 and the first fall frost is about Nov 14, giving roughly a 235-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 6 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) | Apr 20 | Apr 5 | Mar 20 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 10 | Mar 25 | Mar 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 11 | Feb 19 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 18 | Feb 25 | Jan 28 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 20 |
| 32°F | Apr 10 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 6 |
| 28°F | Apr 1 | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 8 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 19 |
| 24°F | Mar 18 | Mar 11 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 25 | Feb 21 | Feb 14 | Feb 5 | Jan 28 |
| 20°F | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 21 | Jan 11 |
| 16°F | Feb 23 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 22 | Jan 15 | Jan 9 | Dec 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 20 | Nov 2 | Nov 18 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 30 | Nov 14 | Dec 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 29 | Dec 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 24 | Dec 15 | Jan 10 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 20 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 18 |
| 32°F | Oct 30 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 27 | Dec 4 |
| 28°F | Nov 9 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 13 | Dec 23 |
| 24°F | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 15 | Dec 23 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 10 |
| 20°F | Dec 6 | Dec 14 | Dec 23 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Jan 17 | Jan 27 |
| 16°F | Dec 14 | Dec 25 | Dec 31 | Jan 5 | Jan 10 | Jan 14 | Jan 19 | Jan 25 | 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
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Jackson Springs 5 Wnw, Nc, about 10.2 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 730 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 Candor, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Candor, NC is about Mar 25. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 6.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Candor, NC typically arrives about Nov 14. 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 Mar 25 on average, or Mar 6 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 235 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