Last spring frost
Mar 1
Frost Dates for Spring Hill, FL
First fall frost
Dec 5
Growing season
281 days
Hardiness zone
9b
In an average year around Spring Hill, FL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 1 and the first fall frost is about Dec 5, giving roughly a 281-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Jan 30 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 9 | Mar 17 | Feb 18 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 27 | Mar 1 | Jan 30 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 12 | Feb 7 | Jan 8 |
| Severe (24°F) | Feb 21 | Jan 23 | Dec 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 9 | Apr 2 | Mar 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 5 | Feb 27 | Feb 18 |
| 32°F | Mar 27 | Mar 18 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 9 | Jan 30 |
| 28°F | Mar 12 | Mar 1 | Feb 21 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 20 | Jan 8 |
| 24°F | Feb 21 | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 23 | Jan 18 | Jan 11 | Jan 6 | Dec 30 |
| 20°F | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 26 | Jan 20 | Jan 16 | Jan 12 | Jan 8 | Jan 3 | Dec 29 |
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) | Nov 1 | Nov 21 | Dec 13 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 11 | Dec 5 | Jan 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 27 | Dec 29 | Feb 2 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 4 | Jan 7 | Feb 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Nov 1 | Nov 7 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 13 |
| 32°F | Nov 11 | Nov 19 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 19 | Dec 28 | Jan 6 |
| 28°F | Nov 27 | Dec 3 | Dec 10 | Dec 21 | Dec 29 | Jan 3 | Jan 9 | Jan 18 | Feb 2 |
| 24°F | Dec 4 | Dec 21 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 12 | Jan 18 | Jan 27 | Feb 5 |
| 20°F | Dec 22 | Dec 31 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 20 | Jan 27 | Feb 2 |
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 Spring Hill, FL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Spring Hill, FL is about Mar 1. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Jan 30.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Spring Hill, FL typically arrives about Dec 5. 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 1 on average, or Jan 30 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 281 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