Last spring frost
Mar 13
Frost Dates for Abbeville, AL
First fall frost
Nov 21
Growing season
256 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Abbeville, AL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 13 and the first fall frost is about Nov 21, giving roughly a 256-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 21 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 7 | Mar 25 | Mar 8 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 28 | Mar 13 | Feb 21 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 21 | Feb 28 | Jan 30 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 10 | Feb 9 | Jan 9 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 25 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 8 |
| 32°F | Mar 28 | Mar 25 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 |
| 28°F | Mar 21 | Mar 15 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 | Feb 9 | Jan 30 |
| 24°F | Mar 10 | Mar 2 | Feb 24 | Feb 17 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 28 | Jan 21 | Jan 9 |
| 20°F | Feb 28 | Feb 17 | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 27 | Jan 20 | Jan 13 | Jan 5 | Dec 22 |
| 16°F | Feb 23 | Feb 12 | Feb 7 | Feb 2 | Jan 28 | Jan 20 | Jan 11 | Jan 3 | Dec 15 |
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 26 | Nov 8 | Nov 28 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 4 | Nov 21 | Dec 13 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 17 | Dec 8 | Jan 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 1 | Dec 30 | Feb 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 26 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 28 |
| 32°F | Nov 4 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 13 |
| 28°F | Nov 17 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 22 | Dec 30 | Jan 6 |
| 24°F | Dec 1 | Dec 7 | Dec 15 | Dec 24 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 10 | Jan 18 | Feb 1 |
| 20°F | Dec 11 | Dec 21 | Dec 29 | Jan 5 | Jan 10 | Jan 17 | Jan 25 | Feb 1 | Feb 13 |
| 16°F | Dec 14 | Dec 31 | Jan 8 | Jan 16 | Jan 24 | Jan 31 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | Feb 18 |
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 Abbeville, AL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Abbeville, AL is about Mar 13. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 21.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Abbeville, AL 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 13 on average, or Feb 21 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 256 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