Last spring frost
Mar 18
Frost Dates for Bamberg, SC
First fall frost
Nov 12
Growing season
240 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Bamberg, SC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 18 and the first fall frost is about Nov 12, giving roughly a 240-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 26 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 16 | Mar 31 | Mar 14 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 4 | Mar 18 | Feb 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 25 | Mar 3 | Feb 4 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 11 | Feb 10 | Jan 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 14 |
| 32°F | Apr 4 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 5 | Feb 26 |
| 28°F | Mar 25 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 15 | Feb 4 |
| 24°F | Mar 11 | Mar 3 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 11 |
| 20°F | Feb 28 | Feb 16 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Jan 8 | Dec 30 |
| 16°F | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 22 | Jan 17 | Jan 11 | Jan 6 | Jan 1 | Dec 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 23 | Nov 3 | Nov 17 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 12 | Dec 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 26 | Dec 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 22 | Dec 20 | Jan 15 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 23 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 17 |
| 32°F | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 25 | Dec 2 |
| 28°F | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 13 | Dec 25 |
| 24°F | Nov 22 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 | Dec 20 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 15 |
| 20°F | Dec 8 | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Dec 31 | Jan 3 | Jan 7 | Jan 13 | Jan 20 | Feb 3 |
| 16°F | Dec 16 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 9 | Jan 14 | Jan 20 | Jan 27 | Feb 1 |
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 Bamberg, SC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Bamberg, SC is about Mar 18. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 26.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Bamberg, SC typically arrives about Nov 12. 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 18 on average, or Feb 26 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 240 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