Last spring frost
Apr 3
Frost Dates for Kingston, TN
First fall frost
Nov 4
Growing season
215 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around Kingston, TN, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 3 and the first fall frost is about Nov 4, giving roughly a 215-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 16 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 4 | Apr 17 | Mar 31 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 20 | Apr 3 | Mar 16 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 5 | Mar 20 | Mar 2 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 27 | Mar 8 | Feb 17 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 4 | Apr 29 | Apr 24 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Mar 31 |
| 32°F | Apr 20 | Apr 14 | Apr 9 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 16 |
| 28°F | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 17 | Mar 14 | Mar 8 | Mar 2 |
| 24°F | Mar 27 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 17 |
| 20°F | Mar 17 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 26 |
| 16°F | Mar 6 | Feb 28 | Feb 20 | Feb 12 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 20 | Jan 11 |
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 13 | Oct 26 | Nov 6 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 23 | Nov 4 | Nov 18 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 3 | Nov 15 | Dec 3 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 11 | Nov 30 | Dec 24 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 13 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 26 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 6 |
| 32°F | Oct 23 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 |
| 28°F | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 3 |
| 24°F | Nov 11 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 24 |
| 20°F | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 18 | Dec 23 | Dec 28 | Jan 2 | Jan 12 |
| 16°F | Dec 11 | Dec 19 | Dec 26 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 19 | Jan 29 |
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: Kingston, Tn, about 3.2 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 814 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 Kingston, TN?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Kingston, TN is about Apr 3. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 16.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Kingston, TN typically arrives about Nov 4. 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 3 on average, or Mar 16 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 215 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