Last spring frost
Apr 22
Frost Dates for Clinton, TN
First fall frost
Oct 25
Growing season
184 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around Clinton, TN, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 22 and the first fall frost is about Oct 25, giving roughly a 184-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Apr 6 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 18 | May 2 | Apr 19 |
| Freeze (32°F) | May 9 | Apr 22 | Apr 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 30 | Apr 7 | Mar 20 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 16 | Mar 26 | Mar 3 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 18 | May 12 | May 8 | May 5 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 27 | Apr 23 | Apr 19 |
| 32°F | May 9 | May 2 | Apr 30 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 | Apr 6 |
| 28°F | Apr 30 | Apr 22 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 20 |
| 24°F | Apr 16 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 11 | Mar 3 |
| 20°F | Mar 31 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 13 |
| 16°F | Mar 18 | Mar 10 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 | Feb 13 | Feb 7 | Feb 2 | Jan 21 |
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 3 | Oct 16 | Oct 29 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 11 | Oct 25 | Nov 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 20 | Nov 3 | Nov 18 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 15 | Dec 4 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 3 | Oct 8 | Oct 11 | Oct 13 | Oct 16 | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 29 |
| 32°F | Oct 11 | Oct 15 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 6 |
| 28°F | Oct 20 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 |
| 24°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 27 | Dec 4 |
| 20°F | Nov 12 | Nov 18 | Nov 24 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 18 | Dec 26 |
| 16°F | Nov 27 | Dec 2 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 21 | Dec 25 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 14 |
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: Norris, Tn, about 5.4 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 1,110 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 Clinton, TN?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Clinton, TN is about Apr 22. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Apr 6.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Clinton, TN typically arrives about Oct 25. 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 22 on average, or Apr 6 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 184 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