Last spring frost
Apr 5
Frost Dates for Symsonia, KY
First fall frost
Oct 28
Growing season
206 days
Hardiness zone
7a
In an average year around Symsonia, KY, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 5 and the first fall frost is about Oct 28, giving roughly a 206-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 19 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) | May 1 | Apr 16 | Apr 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 21 | Apr 5 | Mar 19 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 9 | Mar 24 | Mar 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 31 | Mar 11 | Feb 20 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 1 | Apr 26 | Apr 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 1 |
| 32°F | Apr 21 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 25 | Mar 19 |
| 28°F | Apr 9 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 |
| 24°F | Mar 31 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 16 | Mar 11 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 20 |
| 20°F | Mar 18 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 12 | Feb 5 |
| 16°F | Mar 9 | Mar 2 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 14 | Feb 9 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 19 |
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 6 | Oct 18 | Oct 29 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 15 | Oct 28 | Nov 10 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 27 | Nov 7 | Nov 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 4 | Nov 20 | Dec 10 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 13 | Oct 16 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 |
| 32°F | Oct 15 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 |
| 28°F | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 25 |
| 24°F | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 10 |
| 20°F | Nov 14 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 | Dec 11 | Dec 19 | Dec 26 |
| 16°F | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 19 | Dec 24 | Dec 29 | Jan 3 | Jan 14 |
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: Paducah, Ky, about 12.7 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 392 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 Symsonia, KY?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Symsonia, KY is about Apr 5. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 19.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Symsonia, KY typically arrives about Oct 28. 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 Apr 5 on average, or Mar 19 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 206 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