Last spring frost
Mar 28
Frost Dates for Finley, TN
First fall frost
Nov 2
Growing season
221 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Finley, TN, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 28 and the first fall frost is about Nov 2, giving roughly a 221-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 10 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 23 | Apr 8 | Mar 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 15 | Mar 28 | Mar 10 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 14 | Feb 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 21 | Mar 2 | Feb 11 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 23 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 23 |
| 32°F | Apr 15 | Apr 8 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 10 |
| 28°F | Apr 3 | Mar 28 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 |
| 24°F | Mar 21 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 11 |
| 20°F | Mar 10 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 15 | Feb 8 | Feb 3 | Jan 25 |
| 16°F | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 17 | Feb 11 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 28 | Jan 19 | Jan 8 |
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 12 | Oct 25 | Nov 5 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 20 | Nov 2 | Nov 18 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 13 | Dec 2 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 27 | Dec 24 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 12 | Oct 17 | Oct 20 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 |
| 32°F | Oct 20 | Oct 25 | Oct 29 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 18 |
| 28°F | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Dec 2 |
| 24°F | Nov 8 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 14 | Dec 24 |
| 20°F | Nov 17 | Nov 27 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 21 | Dec 28 | Jan 3 | Jan 13 |
| 16°F | Dec 3 | Dec 11 | Dec 21 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 12 | Jan 18 | Jan 27 |
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 Finley, TN?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Finley, TN is about Mar 28. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 10.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Finley, TN typically arrives about Nov 2. 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 28 on average, or Mar 10 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 221 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