Last spring frost
Mar 12
Frost Dates for Moundville, AL
First fall frost
Nov 15
Growing season
250 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Moundville, AL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 12 and the first fall frost is about Nov 15, giving roughly a 250-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 22 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 28 | Mar 6 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 2 | Mar 12 | Feb 22 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 18 | Feb 28 | Feb 2 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 8 | Feb 11 | Jan 12 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 15 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 6 |
| 32°F | Apr 2 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 |
| 28°F | Mar 18 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 2 |
| 24°F | Mar 8 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 11 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 12 |
| 20°F | Feb 27 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 29 | Jan 23 | Jan 16 | Jan 9 | Dec 31 |
| 16°F | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 20 | Jan 15 | Jan 11 | Jan 6 | Dec 30 |
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 4 | Nov 19 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 2 | Nov 15 | Dec 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 11 | Dec 1 | Dec 30 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 24 | Dec 22 | Jan 18 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 19 |
| 32°F | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 29 | Dec 4 |
| 28°F | Nov 11 | Nov 17 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 8 | Dec 19 | Dec 30 |
| 24°F | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 14 | Dec 22 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 18 |
| 20°F | Dec 7 | Dec 20 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 3 | Jan 8 | Jan 14 | Jan 21 | Feb 3 |
| 16°F | Dec 22 | Dec 31 | Jan 3 | Jan 7 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | 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 Moundville, AL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Moundville, AL is about Mar 12. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 22.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Moundville, AL 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 12 on average, or Feb 22 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 250 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