Last spring frost
Mar 22
Frost Dates for Cross Hill, SC
First fall frost
Nov 13
Growing season
236 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Cross Hill, SC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 22 and the first fall frost is about Nov 13, giving roughly a 236-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 2 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 20 | Apr 4 | Mar 18 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 8 | Mar 22 | Mar 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 27 | Mar 6 | Feb 9 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 13 | Feb 16 | Jan 19 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 20 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 18 |
| 32°F | Apr 8 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 2 |
| 28°F | Mar 27 | Mar 20 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 20 | Feb 9 |
| 24°F | Mar 13 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 29 | Jan 19 |
| 20°F | Mar 1 | Feb 20 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 25 | Jan 20 | Jan 12 | Jan 1 |
| 16°F | Feb 15 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 21 | Jan 17 | Jan 12 | Jan 6 | 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 23 | Nov 3 | Nov 17 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 13 | Dec 1 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 26 | Dec 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 21 | Dec 18 | Jan 13 |
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 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 |
| 28°F | Nov 8 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 | Dec 23 |
| 24°F | Nov 21 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 9 | Dec 18 | Dec 24 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 13 |
| 20°F | Dec 6 | Dec 15 | Dec 24 | Dec 30 | Jan 3 | Jan 8 | Jan 14 | Jan 21 | Feb 1 |
| 16°F | Dec 21 | Dec 30 | Jan 3 | Jan 8 | Jan 12 | Jan 17 | Jan 21 | Jan 28 | Feb 5 |
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 Cross Hill, SC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Cross Hill, SC is about Mar 22. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 2.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Cross Hill, SC typically arrives about Nov 13. 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 22 on average, or Mar 2 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 236 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