Last spring frost
Mar 30
Frost Dates for Vandemere, NC
First fall frost
Nov 8
Growing season
224 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Vandemere, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 30 and the first fall frost is about Nov 8, giving roughly a 224-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 11 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 25 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 15 | Mar 30 | Mar 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 4 | Mar 17 | Feb 22 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 24 | Mar 1 | Jan 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 25 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 25 |
| 32°F | Apr 15 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 11 |
| 28°F | Apr 4 | Mar 30 | Mar 25 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 |
| 24°F | Mar 24 | Mar 17 | Mar 10 | Mar 4 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 9 | Jan 30 |
| 20°F | Mar 9 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 19 | Jan 7 |
| 16°F | Feb 27 | Feb 16 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 24 | Jan 14 | 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 17 | Oct 31 | Nov 14 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 26 | Nov 8 | Nov 30 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 3 | Nov 20 | Dec 20 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 14 | Dec 6 | Jan 12 |
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 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 14 |
| 32°F | Oct 26 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 21 | Nov 30 |
| 28°F | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 20 |
| 24°F | Nov 14 | Nov 21 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 23 | Jan 2 | Jan 12 |
| 20°F | Nov 30 | Dec 6 | Dec 14 | Dec 23 | Dec 31 | Jan 5 | Jan 13 | Jan 23 | Feb 5 |
| 16°F | Dec 11 | Dec 23 | Dec 31 | Jan 4 | Jan 12 | Jan 19 | Jan 26 | Feb 2 | Feb 14 |
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 Vandemere, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Vandemere, NC is about Mar 30. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 11.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Vandemere, 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 30 on average, or Mar 11 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 224 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