Last spring frost
Mar 5
Frost Dates for Blue Springs, AL
First fall frost
Nov 24
Growing season
264 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Blue Springs, AL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 5 and the first fall frost is about Nov 24, giving roughly a 264-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 9 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 21 | Feb 28 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 25 | Mar 5 | Feb 9 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 13 | Feb 19 | Jan 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 2 | Feb 1 | Jan 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 7 | Feb 28 |
| 32°F | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 9 |
| 28°F | Mar 13 | Mar 6 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 23 |
| 24°F | Mar 2 | Feb 21 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 22 | Jan 14 | Jan 2 |
| 20°F | Feb 18 | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 23 | Jan 18 | Jan 11 | Jan 5 | Dec 28 |
| 16°F | Feb 11 | Feb 4 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Jan 8 | Jan 4 | Dec 28 |
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 28 | Nov 11 | Dec 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 6 | Nov 24 | Dec 18 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 17 | Dec 9 | Jan 10 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 3 | Jan 1 | Jan 30 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 | Dec 1 |
| 32°F | Nov 6 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 18 |
| 28°F | Nov 17 | Nov 24 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 15 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 10 |
| 24°F | Dec 3 | Dec 10 | Dec 18 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 11 | Jan 19 | Jan 30 |
| 20°F | Dec 17 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 10 | Jan 16 | Jan 21 | Jan 27 | Feb 4 |
| 16°F | Dec 23 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 9 | Jan 14 | Jan 20 | Jan 24 | Jan 31 | Feb 7 |
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
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Headland, Al, about 17 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 370 ft elevation. The further the station and the greater the elevation difference from your yard, the more your local frost timing can vary.
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 Blue Springs, AL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Blue Springs, AL is about Mar 5. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 9.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Blue Springs, AL typically arrives about Nov 24. 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 5 on average, or Feb 9 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 264 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