Last spring frost
Mar 31
Frost Dates for Yanceyville, NC
First fall frost
Nov 4
Growing season
218 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around Yanceyville, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 31 and the first fall frost is about Nov 4, giving roughly a 218-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 16 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 30 | Apr 13 | Mar 30 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 14 | Mar 31 | Mar 16 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 2 | Mar 20 | Mar 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 26 | Mar 8 | Feb 14 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 30 | Apr 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 30 |
| 32°F | Apr 14 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 29 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 16 |
| 28°F | Apr 2 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 1 |
| 24°F | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 14 |
| 20°F | Mar 19 | Mar 11 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 | Feb 14 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 25 |
| 16°F | Mar 5 | Feb 24 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 30 | Jan 23 | Jan 17 | Jan 7 |
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 14 | Oct 26 | Nov 6 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 22 | Nov 4 | Nov 19 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 2 | Nov 15 | Dec 4 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 12 | Nov 30 | Dec 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 14 | Oct 19 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 |
| 32°F | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 19 |
| 28°F | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 4 |
| 24°F | Nov 12 | Nov 17 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 16 | Dec 26 |
| 20°F | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 7 | Dec 12 | Dec 20 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 13 |
| 16°F | Dec 10 | Dec 18 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 11 | Jan 15 | Jan 20 | 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 Yanceyville, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Yanceyville, NC is about Mar 31. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 16.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Yanceyville, NC typically arrives about Nov 4. 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 31 on average, or Mar 16 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 218 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