Last spring frost
Mar 6
Frost Dates for Pearlington, MS
First fall frost
Nov 19
Growing season
262 days
Hardiness zone
9a
In an average year around Pearlington, MS, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 6 and the first fall frost is about Nov 19, giving roughly a 262-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 5 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 11 | Mar 22 | Feb 27 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 27 | Mar 6 | Feb 5 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 16 | Feb 16 | Jan 12 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 5 | Jan 30 | Dec 25 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 11 | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 | Feb 27 |
| 32°F | Mar 27 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 5 |
| 28°F | Mar 16 | Mar 8 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 16 | Feb 8 | Jan 31 | Jan 25 | Jan 12 |
| 24°F | Mar 5 | Feb 26 | Feb 12 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 22 | Jan 13 | Jan 4 | Dec 25 |
| 20°F | Feb 26 | Feb 9 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 22 | Jan 12 | Jan 5 | Dec 29 | Dec 13 |
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 26 | Nov 7 | Nov 27 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 3 | Nov 19 | Dec 13 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 9 | Dec 4 | Jan 16 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 23 | Dec 31 | Feb 6 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 26 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 | Nov 27 |
| 32°F | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 24 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 13 |
| 28°F | Nov 9 | Nov 18 | Nov 24 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 | Dec 23 | Jan 3 | Jan 16 |
| 24°F | Nov 23 | Dec 2 | Dec 10 | Dec 21 | Dec 31 | Jan 5 | Jan 13 | Jan 25 | Feb 6 |
| 20°F | Dec 5 | Dec 17 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 16 | Jan 25 | Feb 1 | Feb 10 |
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: Bay St Louis Nasa, Ms, about 8.6 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 30 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 Pearlington, MS?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Pearlington, MS is about Mar 6. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 5.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Pearlington, MS typically arrives about Nov 19. 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 6 on average, or Feb 5 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 262 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