Last spring frost
Mar 14
Frost Dates for Rocky Ford, GA
First fall frost
Nov 15
Growing season
248 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Rocky Ford, GA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 14 and the first fall frost is about Nov 15, giving roughly a 248-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 19 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 16 | Mar 30 | Mar 7 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 5 | Mar 14 | Feb 19 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 20 | Feb 26 | Jan 29 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 7 | Feb 6 | Jan 6 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 16 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 15 | Mar 7 |
| 32°F | Apr 5 | Mar 28 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 14 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 19 |
| 28°F | Mar 20 | Mar 14 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Jan 29 |
| 24°F | Mar 7 | Feb 28 | Feb 20 | Feb 12 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 17 | Jan 6 |
| 20°F | Feb 27 | Feb 12 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 18 | Jan 12 | Jan 5 | Dec 26 |
| 16°F | Feb 11 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 29 | Jan 21 | Jan 15 | Jan 11 | Jan 5 | 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 22 | Nov 5 | Nov 18 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 15 | Dec 5 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 29 | Dec 31 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 23 | Dec 24 | Jan 28 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 |
| 32°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 29 | Dec 5 |
| 28°F | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 8 | Dec 18 | Dec 31 |
| 24°F | Nov 23 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 15 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 28 |
| 20°F | Dec 4 | Dec 19 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 7 | Jan 13 | Jan 19 | Jan 29 | Feb 8 |
| 16°F | Dec 26 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 23 | Jan 28 | Feb 2 | Feb 8 |
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 Rocky Ford, GA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Rocky Ford, GA is about Mar 14. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 19.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Rocky Ford, GA typically arrives about Nov 15. 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 14 on average, or Feb 19 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 248 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