Last spring frost
Mar 17
Frost Dates for Falcon, MS
First fall frost
Nov 7
Growing season
233 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Falcon, MS, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 17 and the first fall frost is about Nov 7, giving roughly a 233-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 28 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 18 | Apr 1 | Mar 11 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 5 | Mar 17 | Feb 28 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 24 | Mar 5 | Feb 13 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 13 | Feb 20 | Jan 24 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 18 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 18 | Mar 11 |
| 32°F | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 |
| 28°F | Mar 24 | Mar 18 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 21 | Feb 13 |
| 24°F | Mar 13 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 |
| 20°F | Mar 3 | Feb 23 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 22 | Jan 14 | Jan 4 |
| 16°F | Feb 14 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 22 | Jan 18 | Jan 12 | Jan 6 | Dec 29 |
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 28 | Nov 13 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 22 | Nov 7 | Nov 27 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 20 | Dec 15 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 11 | Dec 5 | Jan 6 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 13 | Oct 18 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 13 |
| 32°F | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | Nov 27 |
| 28°F | Oct 31 | Nov 5 | Nov 11 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 15 |
| 24°F | Nov 11 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 12 | Dec 20 | Dec 29 | Jan 6 |
| 20°F | Nov 29 | Dec 6 | Dec 13 | Dec 22 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 7 | Jan 15 | Jan 24 |
| 16°F | Dec 12 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 21 | Jan 31 |
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: Lambert 1W, Ms, about 15.8 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 155 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 Falcon, MS?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Falcon, MS is about Mar 17. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 28.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Falcon, MS typically arrives about Nov 7. 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 17 on average, or Feb 28 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 233 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