Last spring frost
Mar 11
Frost Dates for Bradfordville, FL
First fall frost
Nov 21
Growing season
255 days
Hardiness zone
9a
In an average year around Bradfordville, FL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 11 and the first fall frost is about Nov 21, giving roughly a 255-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 18 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 15 | Mar 25 | Mar 5 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 30 | Mar 11 | Feb 18 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 17 | Feb 25 | Jan 28 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 3 | Feb 3 | Dec 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 15 | Apr 8 | Apr 3 | Mar 30 | Mar 25 | Mar 21 | Mar 18 | Mar 13 | Mar 5 |
| 32°F | Mar 30 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 18 |
| 28°F | Mar 17 | Mar 11 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Jan 28 |
| 24°F | Mar 3 | Feb 23 | Feb 15 | Feb 8 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 23 | Jan 12 | Dec 31 |
| 20°F | Feb 18 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 20 | Jan 12 | Jan 4 | Dec 26 |
| 16°F | Feb 13 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 30 | Jan 22 | Jan 16 | Jan 11 | Jan 7 | 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 24 | Nov 9 | Dec 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 3 | Nov 21 | Dec 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 15 | Dec 6 | Jan 9 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 26 | Dec 30 | Feb 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 24 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Dec 1 |
| 32°F | Nov 3 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 14 |
| 28°F | Nov 15 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 10 | Dec 21 | Jan 1 | Jan 9 |
| 24°F | Nov 26 | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Dec 21 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 9 | Jan 19 | Feb 2 |
| 20°F | Dec 11 | Dec 22 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 10 | Jan 17 | Jan 23 | Feb 1 | Feb 9 |
| 16°F | Dec 31 | Jan 5 | Jan 10 | Jan 14 | Jan 18 | Jan 23 | Feb 1 | Feb 5 | Feb 13 |
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 Bradfordville, FL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Bradfordville, FL is about Mar 11. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 18.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Bradfordville, FL typically arrives about Nov 21. 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 11 on average, or Feb 18 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 255 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