Last spring frost
Apr 11
Frost Dates for Hanover, IN
First fall frost
Oct 31
Growing season
201 days
Hardiness zone
6b
In an average year around Hanover, IN, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 11 and the first fall frost is about Oct 31, giving roughly a 201-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 28 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 8 | Apr 22 | Apr 9 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 28 | Apr 11 | Mar 28 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 16 | Mar 31 | Mar 16 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 7 | Mar 20 | Mar 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 8 | May 2 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 |
| 32°F | Apr 28 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 | Apr 9 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 28 |
| 28°F | Apr 16 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 31 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 |
| 24°F | Apr 7 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 1 |
| 20°F | Mar 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 26 | Feb 19 |
| 16°F | Mar 17 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 7 |
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 21 | Nov 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 15 | Oct 31 | Nov 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 29 | Nov 10 | Nov 29 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 4 | Nov 21 | Dec 12 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 6 | Oct 12 | Oct 15 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 23 | Oct 25 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 |
| 32°F | Oct 15 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 29 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 14 |
| 28°F | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 29 |
| 24°F | Nov 4 | Nov 9 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 12 |
| 20°F | Nov 12 | Nov 18 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 19 | Dec 25 |
| 16°F | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 17 | Dec 21 | Dec 26 | Dec 31 | Jan 7 |
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 Hanover, IN?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Hanover, IN is about Apr 11. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 28.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Hanover, IN typically arrives about Oct 31. 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 11 on average, or Mar 28 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 201 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