Last spring frost
Mar 7
Frost Dates for Hattiesburg, MS
First fall frost
Nov 23
Growing season
261 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Hattiesburg, MS, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 7 and the first fall frost is about Nov 23, giving roughly a 261-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 14 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 23 | Mar 2 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 26 | Mar 7 | Feb 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 16 | Feb 20 | Jan 26 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 7 | Feb 4 | Jan 4 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 12 | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 2 |
| 32°F | Mar 26 | Mar 20 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 14 |
| 28°F | Mar 16 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 15 | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 26 |
| 24°F | Mar 7 | Feb 28 | Feb 20 | Feb 11 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 18 | Jan 4 |
| 20°F | Feb 26 | Feb 15 | Feb 3 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 20 | Jan 13 | Jan 4 | Dec 30 |
| 16°F | Feb 18 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 20 | Jan 15 | Jan 8 | Jan 3 | Dec 28 |
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 27 | Nov 11 | Nov 29 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 5 | Nov 23 | Dec 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 14 | Dec 4 | Jan 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 1 | Dec 30 | Jan 28 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 27 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 29 |
| 32°F | Nov 5 | Nov 10 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 14 |
| 28°F | Nov 14 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Dec 19 | Dec 29 | Jan 6 |
| 24°F | Dec 1 | Dec 7 | Dec 15 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 2 | Jan 7 | Jan 15 | Jan 28 |
| 20°F | Dec 14 | Dec 25 | Dec 31 | Jan 2 | Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Jan 17 | Jan 25 | Feb 5 |
| 16°F | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 3 | Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Jan 16 | Jan 23 | Jan 30 | 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 Hattiesburg, MS?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Hattiesburg, MS is about Mar 7. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 14.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Hattiesburg, MS typically arrives about Nov 23. 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 7 on average, or Feb 14 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 261 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