Last spring frost
Apr 11
Frost Dates for Daviston, AL
First fall frost
Oct 27
Growing season
201 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Daviston, AL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 11 and the first fall frost is about Oct 27, giving roughly a 201-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 25 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) | May 6 | Apr 22 | Apr 7 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 26 | Apr 11 | Mar 25 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 17 | Mar 31 | Mar 10 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 5 | Mar 17 | Feb 23 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 6 | May 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 12 | Apr 7 |
| 32°F | Apr 26 | Apr 21 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 25 |
| 28°F | Apr 17 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 10 |
| 24°F | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 6 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 |
| 20°F | Mar 24 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 4 |
| 16°F | Mar 11 | Mar 3 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 12 | Feb 5 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 18 |
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 7 | Oct 19 | Oct 30 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 16 | Oct 27 | Nov 10 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 24 | Nov 6 | Nov 27 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 2 | Nov 18 | Dec 14 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 7 | Oct 11 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 |
| 32°F | Oct 16 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 25 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 10 |
| 28°F | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 20 | Nov 27 |
| 24°F | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 18 | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 14 |
| 20°F | Nov 12 | Nov 19 | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 | Dec 20 | Dec 28 | Jan 4 |
| 16°F | Nov 29 | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Dec 21 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 13 | Jan 22 |
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 Daviston, AL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Daviston, AL is about Apr 11. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 25.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Daviston, AL typically arrives about Oct 27. 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 11 on average, or Mar 25 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 201 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