Last spring frost
Mar 25
Frost Dates for Red Springs, NC
First fall frost
Nov 8
Growing season
228 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Red Springs, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 25 and the first fall frost is about Nov 8, giving roughly a 228-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 5 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 21 | Apr 6 | Mar 21 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 11 | Mar 25 | Mar 5 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 11 | Feb 17 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 19 | Feb 23 | Jan 23 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 21 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 21 |
| 32°F | Apr 11 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 13 | Mar 5 |
| 28°F | Apr 1 | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 17 |
| 24°F | Mar 19 | Mar 11 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 16 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 23 |
| 20°F | Mar 1 | Feb 20 | Feb 9 | Feb 3 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 18 | Jan 11 | Dec 31 |
| 16°F | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 24 | Jan 19 | Jan 15 | Jan 10 | Jan 4 | Dec 25 |
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 18 | Oct 30 | Nov 11 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 26 | Nov 8 | Nov 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 4 | Nov 20 | Dec 13 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 16 | Dec 7 | Jan 7 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 18 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 11 |
| 32°F | Oct 26 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 26 |
| 28°F | Nov 4 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 4 | Dec 13 |
| 24°F | Nov 16 | Nov 23 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 13 | Dec 21 | Dec 30 | Jan 7 |
| 20°F | Dec 2 | Dec 8 | Dec 13 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 13 | Jan 23 |
| 16°F | Dec 13 | Dec 23 | Dec 31 | Jan 4 | Jan 9 | Jan 12 | Jan 17 | Jan 23 | 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
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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 Red Springs, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Red Springs, NC is about Mar 25. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 5.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Red Springs, NC typically arrives about Nov 8. 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 5 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 228 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