Last spring frost
Apr 1
Frost Dates for Teachey, NC
First fall frost
Nov 7
Growing season
220 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Teachey, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 1 and the first fall frost is about Nov 7, giving roughly a 220-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 13 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 25 | Apr 11 | Mar 27 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 16 | Apr 1 | Mar 13 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 6 | Mar 19 | Feb 26 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 27 | Mar 1 | Feb 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 25 | Apr 21 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 27 |
| 32°F | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 13 |
| 28°F | Apr 6 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 16 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 26 |
| 24°F | Mar 27 | Mar 18 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 26 | Feb 21 | Feb 14 | Feb 5 |
| 20°F | Mar 8 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 14 | Feb 8 | Feb 3 | Jan 31 | Jan 25 | Jan 15 |
| 16°F | Feb 19 | Feb 7 | Feb 2 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 21 | Jan 16 | Jan 9 | Dec 31 |
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 17 | Oct 30 | Nov 10 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 26 | Nov 7 | Nov 25 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 3 | Nov 20 | Dec 12 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 16 | Dec 5 | Jan 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 17 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 |
| 32°F | Oct 26 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 | Nov 25 |
| 28°F | Nov 3 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 12 |
| 24°F | Nov 16 | Nov 22 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 19 | Dec 28 | Jan 5 |
| 20°F | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 19 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Jan 22 |
| 16°F | Dec 8 | Dec 19 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 22 | Jan 30 |
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 Teachey, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Teachey, NC is about Apr 1. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 13.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Teachey, NC typically arrives about Nov 7. 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 1 on average, or Mar 13 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 220 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