Last spring frost
Apr 1
Frost Dates for Cusseta-Chattahoochee County, GA
First fall frost
Nov 4
Growing season
217 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Cusseta-Chattahoochee County, GA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 1 and the first fall frost is about Nov 4, giving roughly a 217-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 11 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 13 | Mar 26 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 20 | Apr 1 | Mar 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 8 | Mar 17 | Feb 22 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 23 | Feb 27 | Jan 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 29 | Apr 24 | Apr 21 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 2 | Mar 26 |
| 32°F | Apr 20 | Apr 13 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 11 |
| 28°F | Apr 8 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 7 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 |
| 24°F | Mar 23 | Mar 14 | Mar 8 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 15 | Feb 7 | Jan 30 |
| 20°F | Mar 8 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 | Feb 15 | Feb 8 | Feb 2 | Jan 29 | Jan 20 | Jan 3 |
| 16°F | Feb 25 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Feb 2 | Jan 29 | Jan 23 | Jan 17 | Jan 7 | Dec 25 |
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 14 | Oct 28 | Nov 9 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 22 | Nov 4 | Nov 19 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 14 | Dec 3 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 29 | Jan 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 14 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 26 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 |
| 32°F | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 |
| 28°F | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Dec 3 |
| 24°F | Nov 8 | Nov 14 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 17 | Jan 1 |
| 20°F | Nov 22 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 12 | Dec 21 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 12 | Jan 25 |
| 16°F | Dec 6 | Dec 17 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 20 | Jan 29 | Feb 5 |
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 Cusseta-Chattahoochee County, GA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Cusseta-Chattahoochee County, GA is about Apr 1. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 11.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Cusseta-Chattahoochee County, 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 Apr 1 on average, or Mar 11 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 217 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