Last spring frost
Mar 29
Frost Dates for Homeland Park, SC
First fall frost
Nov 8
Growing season
227 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Homeland Park, SC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 29 and the first fall frost is about Nov 8, giving roughly a 227-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 24 | Apr 10 | Mar 26 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 13 | Mar 29 | Mar 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 15 | Feb 21 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 20 | Feb 26 | Jan 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 24 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 |
| 32°F | Apr 13 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 11 |
| 28°F | Apr 1 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 |
| 24°F | Mar 20 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 3 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 5 | Jan 30 |
| 20°F | Mar 8 | Feb 27 | Feb 18 | Feb 9 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 24 | Jan 16 | Jan 4 |
| 16°F | Feb 26 | Feb 13 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 20 | Jan 13 | Jan 8 | Jan 1 |
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 28 | Nov 10 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 26 | Nov 8 | Nov 23 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 6 | Nov 21 | Dec 11 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 16 | Dec 6 | Jan 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 17 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 |
| 32°F | Oct 26 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 23 |
| 28°F | Nov 6 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 11 |
| 24°F | Nov 16 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 21 | Dec 29 | Jan 5 |
| 20°F | Nov 29 | Dec 6 | Dec 14 | Dec 22 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 15 | Jan 26 |
| 16°F | Dec 14 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 15 | Jan 22 | 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
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Anderson Co Ap, Sc, about 6.5 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 760 ft elevation. The further the station and the greater the elevation difference from your yard, the more your local frost timing can vary.
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 Homeland Park, SC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Homeland Park, SC is about Mar 29. 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 Homeland Park, SC 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 29 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 227 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