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