Last spring frost
Mar 25
Frost Dates for Belhaven, NC
First fall frost
Nov 11
Growing season
233 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Belhaven, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 25 and the first fall frost is about Nov 11, giving roughly a 233-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 7 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 4 | Mar 21 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 8 | Mar 25 | Mar 7 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 29 | Mar 12 | Feb 21 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 18 | Feb 27 | Jan 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 20 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 27 | Mar 21 |
| 32°F | Apr 8 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 25 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 7 |
| 28°F | Mar 29 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 |
| 24°F | Mar 18 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 21 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Jan 30 |
| 20°F | Mar 6 | Feb 27 | Feb 19 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 17 | Jan 9 |
| 16°F | Feb 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 2 | Jan 30 | Jan 24 | Jan 19 | Jan 14 | Jan 9 | Jan 2 |
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 1 | Nov 14 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 30 | Nov 11 | Dec 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 7 | Nov 27 | Dec 22 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 21 | Dec 17 | Jan 13 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 20 | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 |
| 32°F | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 24 | Dec 2 |
| 28°F | Nov 7 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 22 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 12 | Dec 22 |
| 24°F | Nov 21 | Nov 29 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 | Dec 17 | Dec 24 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 13 |
| 20°F | Dec 10 | Dec 21 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 9 | Jan 15 | Jan 21 | Feb 1 |
| 16°F | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 15 | Jan 18 | Jan 22 | Jan 29 | Feb 6 |
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 Belhaven, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Belhaven, NC is about Mar 25. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 7.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Belhaven, NC typically arrives about Nov 11. 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 7 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 233 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