Last spring frost
Apr 6
Frost Dates for Maysville, NC
First fall frost
Nov 1
Growing season
204 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Maysville, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 6 and the first fall frost is about Nov 1, giving roughly a 204-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 23 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 10 | Apr 22 | Apr 4 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 23 | Apr 6 | Mar 23 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 12 | Mar 27 | Mar 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 12 | Feb 19 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 10 | May 2 | Apr 29 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 4 |
| 32°F | Apr 23 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 |
| 28°F | Apr 12 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 27 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 6 |
| 24°F | Apr 1 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 19 |
| 20°F | Mar 17 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 11 | Feb 2 | Jan 23 |
| 16°F | Mar 5 | Feb 26 | Feb 18 | Feb 7 | Jan 31 | Jan 28 | Jan 21 | Jan 13 | 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 10 | Oct 23 | Nov 5 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 17 | Nov 1 | Nov 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 25 | Nov 7 | Dec 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 3 | Nov 20 | Dec 22 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 10 | Oct 14 | Oct 16 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 |
| 32°F | Oct 17 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 |
| 28°F | Oct 25 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | Dec 1 |
| 24°F | Nov 3 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 | Dec 2 | Dec 8 | Dec 22 |
| 20°F | Nov 15 | Nov 22 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 9 | Dec 18 | Dec 26 | Jan 4 | Jan 16 |
| 16°F | Dec 1 | Dec 7 | Dec 15 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 22 | Feb 3 |
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 Maysville, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Maysville, NC is about Apr 6. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 23.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Maysville, 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 6 on average, or Mar 23 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 204 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