Last spring frost
Mar 14
Frost Dates for Robinhood, MS
First fall frost
Nov 14
Growing season
245 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Robinhood, MS, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 14 and the first fall frost is about Nov 14, giving roughly a 245-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 22 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 16 | Mar 29 | Mar 9 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 2 | Mar 14 | Feb 22 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 17 | Feb 28 | Feb 2 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 9 | Feb 9 | Jan 10 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 16 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 21 | Mar 15 | Mar 9 |
| 32°F | Apr 2 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 |
| 28°F | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 12 | Feb 2 |
| 24°F | Mar 9 | Mar 2 | Feb 24 | Feb 15 | Feb 9 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 23 | Jan 10 |
| 20°F | Feb 28 | Feb 14 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 21 | Jan 15 | Jan 7 | Dec 30 |
| 16°F | Feb 14 | Feb 2 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 20 | Jan 14 | Jan 9 | Jan 3 | Dec 27 |
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 22 | Nov 3 | Nov 20 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 14 | Dec 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 7 | Nov 28 | Dec 26 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 20 | Dec 19 | Jan 18 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 22 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 20 |
| 32°F | Oct 31 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 29 | Dec 4 |
| 28°F | Nov 7 | Nov 12 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 26 |
| 24°F | Nov 20 | Nov 30 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 19 | Dec 25 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 18 |
| 20°F | Dec 8 | Dec 19 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 8 | Jan 14 | Jan 21 | Feb 4 |
| 16°F | Dec 21 | Dec 28 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 20 | Jan 28 | Feb 5 |
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 Robinhood, MS?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Robinhood, MS is about Mar 14. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 22.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Robinhood, MS typically arrives about Nov 14. 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 14 on average, or Feb 22 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 245 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