Last spring frost
Mar 22
Frost Dates for Mansfield, GA
First fall frost
Nov 14
Growing season
238 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Mansfield, GA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 22 and the first fall frost is about Nov 14, giving roughly a 238-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 20 | Apr 3 | Mar 16 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 6 | Mar 22 | Feb 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 27 | Mar 6 | Feb 7 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 15 | Feb 14 | Jan 17 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 20 | Apr 14 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 16 |
| 32°F | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 7 | Feb 26 |
| 28°F | Mar 27 | Mar 21 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 17 | Feb 7 |
| 24°F | Mar 15 | Mar 6 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 27 | Jan 17 |
| 20°F | Mar 4 | Feb 23 | Feb 11 | Feb 2 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 18 | Jan 10 | Dec 31 |
| 16°F | Feb 12 | Feb 1 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 19 | Jan 14 | Jan 8 | Jan 1 | Dec 26 |
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 22 | Nov 2 | Nov 19 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 14 | Dec 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 28 | Dec 22 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 20 | Dec 14 | Jan 16 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 22 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 19 |
| 32°F | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 22 | Nov 27 | Dec 2 |
| 28°F | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 22 |
| 24°F | Nov 20 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 21 | Dec 29 | Jan 6 | Jan 16 |
| 20°F | Dec 2 | Dec 11 | Dec 19 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 12 | Jan 20 | Jan 31 |
| 16°F | Dec 11 | Dec 22 | Dec 30 | Jan 3 | Jan 7 | Jan 13 | Jan 17 | Jan 25 | Feb 3 |
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: Covington, Ga, about 8.8 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 769 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 Mansfield, GA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Mansfield, GA is about Mar 22. 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 Mansfield, GA typically arrives about Nov 14. 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 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 238 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