Last spring frost
Apr 5
Frost Dates for Halifax, NC
First fall frost
Nov 1
Growing season
211 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Halifax, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 5 and the first fall frost is about Nov 1, giving roughly a 211-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 22 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 1 | Apr 18 | Apr 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 18 | Apr 5 | Mar 22 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 8 | Mar 26 | Mar 9 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 29 | Mar 11 | Feb 18 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 1 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 | Apr 21 | Apr 18 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 | Apr 3 |
| 32°F | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 3 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 | Mar 22 |
| 28°F | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 9 |
| 24°F | Mar 29 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 18 |
| 20°F | Mar 18 | Mar 11 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Jan 30 |
| 16°F | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 20 | Feb 11 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 28 | Jan 21 | Jan 11 |
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 25 | Nov 5 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 20 | Nov 1 | Nov 17 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 13 | Dec 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 28 | Dec 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 |
| 32°F | Oct 20 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 17 |
| 28°F | Oct 31 | Nov 4 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 |
| 24°F | Nov 9 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 13 | Dec 26 |
| 20°F | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 18 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 15 |
| 16°F | Dec 8 | Dec 19 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 10 | Jan 14 | Jan 21 | Jan 31 |
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, Nc, about 10.7 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 123 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 Halifax, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Halifax, NC is about Apr 5. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 22.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Halifax, NC 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 5 on average, or Mar 22 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 211 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