Last spring frost
Mar 15
Frost Dates for Modoc, SC
First fall frost
Nov 18
Growing season
252 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Modoc, SC, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 15 and the first fall frost is about Nov 18, giving roughly a 252-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 22 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 15 | Mar 29 | Mar 9 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 15 | Feb 22 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 19 | Feb 26 | Jan 30 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 6 | Feb 3 | Jan 7 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 15 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 9 |
| 32°F | Apr 3 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 |
| 28°F | Mar 19 | Mar 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Jan 30 |
| 24°F | Mar 6 | Feb 26 | Feb 15 | Feb 8 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 17 | Jan 7 |
| 20°F | Feb 18 | Feb 5 | Feb 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 25 | Jan 19 | Jan 14 | Jan 6 | Dec 29 |
| 16°F | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 26 | Jan 23 | Jan 18 | Jan 15 | Jan 12 | Jan 6 | 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 26 | Nov 6 | Nov 22 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 3 | Nov 18 | Dec 12 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 16 | Dec 8 | Jan 7 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 3 | Jan 1 | Jan 24 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 26 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 22 |
| 32°F | Nov 3 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 2 | Dec 12 |
| 28°F | Nov 16 | Nov 24 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 7 |
| 24°F | Dec 3 | Dec 12 | Dec 20 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 4 | Jan 9 | Jan 15 | Jan 24 |
| 20°F | Dec 15 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 9 | Jan 15 | Jan 20 | Jan 27 | Feb 4 |
| 16°F | Dec 31 | Jan 3 | Jan 7 | Jan 12 | Jan 15 | Jan 17 | Jan 21 | Jan 27 | Jan 31 |
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 Modoc, SC?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Modoc, SC is about Mar 15. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 22.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Modoc, SC typically arrives about Nov 18. 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 15 on average, or Feb 22 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 252 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