Last spring frost
Mar 21
Frost Dates for Laurinburg, NC
First fall frost
Nov 14
Growing season
239 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Laurinburg, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 21 and the first fall frost is about Nov 14, giving roughly a 239-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 2 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 17 | Apr 4 | Mar 17 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 10 | Mar 21 | Mar 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 30 | Mar 5 | Feb 8 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 13 | Feb 14 | Jan 18 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 9 | Apr 6 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 |
| 32°F | Apr 10 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 2 |
| 28°F | Mar 30 | Mar 21 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 8 |
| 24°F | Mar 13 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Feb 2 | Jan 28 | Jan 18 |
| 20°F | Mar 1 | Feb 16 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 23 | Jan 18 | Jan 12 | Jan 1 |
| 16°F | Feb 7 | Feb 2 | Jan 30 | Jan 27 | Jan 23 | Jan 19 | Jan 13 | Jan 6 | Dec 28 |
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 21 | Nov 2 | Nov 19 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 14 | Dec 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 27 | Dec 22 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 21 | Dec 16 | Jan 13 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 21 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 19 |
| 32°F | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 | Dec 4 |
| 28°F | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 22 |
| 24°F | Nov 21 | Nov 29 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 16 | Dec 22 | Dec 28 | Jan 4 | Jan 13 |
| 20°F | Dec 4 | Dec 14 | Dec 23 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 9 | Jan 14 | Jan 19 | Jan 30 |
| 16°F | Dec 21 | Dec 30 | Jan 3 | Jan 9 | Jan 13 | Jan 17 | Jan 22 | Jan 29 | 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 Laurinburg, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Laurinburg, NC is about Mar 21. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 2.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Laurinburg, 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 21 on average, or Mar 2 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 239 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