Last spring frost
Mar 10
Frost Dates for Braxton, MS
First fall frost
Nov 16
Growing season
252 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Braxton, MS, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 10 and the first fall frost is about Nov 16, giving roughly a 252-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 17 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 12 | Mar 27 | Mar 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 10 | Feb 17 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 16 | Feb 23 | Jan 26 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 4 | Feb 1 | Dec 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 12 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 12 | Mar 3 |
| 32°F | Apr 1 | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 17 |
| 28°F | Mar 16 | Mar 9 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 17 | Feb 9 | Feb 3 | Jan 26 |
| 24°F | Mar 4 | Feb 25 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 21 | Jan 13 | Dec 31 |
| 20°F | Feb 12 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 21 | Jan 16 | Jan 9 | Jan 2 | Dec 25 |
| 16°F | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 27 | Jan 24 | Jan 17 | Jan 13 | Jan 9 | Jan 5 | Dec 31 |
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 20 | Nov 3 | Nov 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 16 | Dec 7 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 10 | Dec 1 | Jan 5 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 21 | Dec 26 | Jan 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 20 | Oct 25 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 15 | Nov 23 |
| 32°F | Oct 31 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 7 |
| 28°F | Nov 10 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 13 | Dec 26 | Jan 5 |
| 24°F | Nov 21 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 15 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 7 | Jan 13 | Jan 26 |
| 20°F | Dec 5 | Dec 18 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 10 | Jan 15 | Jan 22 | Feb 2 |
| 16°F | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 21 | Jan 25 | Feb 2 |
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 Braxton, MS?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Braxton, MS is about Mar 10. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 17.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Braxton, MS typically arrives about Nov 16. 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 10 on average, or Feb 17 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 252 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