Last spring frost
Mar 30
Frost Dates for Cave Spring, GA
First fall frost
Nov 4
Growing season
219 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Cave Spring, GA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 30 and the first fall frost is about Nov 4, giving roughly a 219-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 8 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 29 | Apr 11 | Mar 25 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 14 | Mar 30 | Mar 8 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 2 | Mar 16 | Feb 19 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 22 | Feb 28 | Jan 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 29 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 25 |
| 32°F | Apr 14 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 8 |
| 28°F | Apr 2 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 4 | Feb 27 | Feb 19 |
| 24°F | Mar 22 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 | Feb 7 | Jan 31 |
| 20°F | Mar 8 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 | Feb 13 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 22 | Jan 11 |
| 16°F | Feb 24 | Feb 12 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 28 | Jan 22 | Jan 17 | Jan 11 | 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 12 | Oct 26 | Nov 7 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 20 | Nov 4 | Nov 20 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 15 | Dec 5 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 30 | Dec 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 12 | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 |
| 32°F | Oct 20 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 20 |
| 28°F | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 29 | Dec 5 |
| 24°F | Nov 8 | Nov 15 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 10 | Dec 20 | Dec 31 |
| 20°F | Nov 22 | Nov 30 | Dec 5 | Dec 13 | Dec 23 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 9 | Jan 19 |
| 16°F | Dec 8 | Dec 18 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 21 | 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 Cave Spring, GA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Cave Spring, GA is about Mar 30. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 8.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Cave Spring, GA typically arrives about Nov 4. 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 30 on average, or Mar 8 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 219 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