Last spring frost
Apr 10
Frost Dates for Caesars Head, NC
First fall frost
Nov 2
Growing season
206 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around Caesars Head, NC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 10 and the first fall frost is about Nov 2, giving roughly a 206-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 24 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 7 | Apr 22 | Apr 8 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 28 | Apr 10 | Mar 24 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 16 | Mar 30 | Mar 9 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 6 | Mar 17 | Feb 25 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 7 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 |
| 32°F | Apr 28 | Apr 22 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 24 |
| 28°F | Apr 16 | Apr 10 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 9 |
| 24°F | Apr 6 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 3 | Feb 25 |
| 20°F | Mar 27 | Mar 19 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 16 | Feb 7 |
| 16°F | Mar 16 | Mar 7 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 12 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 23 |
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 12 | Oct 25 | Nov 5 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 22 | Nov 2 | Nov 16 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 12 | Dec 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 7 | Nov 26 | Dec 20 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 12 | Oct 16 | Oct 20 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 27 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 |
| 32°F | Oct 22 | Oct 26 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 16 |
| 28°F | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 |
| 24°F | Nov 7 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 | Dec 20 |
| 20°F | Nov 15 | Nov 23 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 | Dec 13 | Dec 21 | Dec 27 | Jan 5 |
| 16°F | Nov 29 | Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 22 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 21 |
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 Caesars Head, NC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Caesars Head, NC is about Apr 10. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 24.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Caesars Head, NC typically arrives about Nov 2. 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 10 on average, or Mar 24 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 206 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