Last spring frost
Apr 10
Frost Dates for Greenville, IL
First fall frost
Oct 24
Growing season
196 days
Hardiness zone
6b
In an average year around Greenville, IL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 10 and the first fall frost is about Oct 24, giving roughly a 196-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 6 | Apr 22 | Apr 8 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 24 | Apr 10 | Mar 28 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 16 | Mar 31 | Mar 13 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 18 | Mar 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 6 | May 1 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 13 | Apr 8 |
| 32°F | Apr 24 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 |
| 28°F | Apr 16 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 31 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 19 | Mar 13 |
| 24°F | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 2 |
| 20°F | Mar 26 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 17 |
| 16°F | Mar 16 | Mar 11 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 14 | 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) | Sep 30 | Oct 14 | Oct 25 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 11 | Oct 24 | Nov 5 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 22 | Nov 3 | Nov 20 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 2 | Nov 15 | Dec 4 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Sep 30 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 | Oct 11 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 19 | Oct 21 | Oct 25 |
| 32°F | Oct 11 | Oct 16 | Oct 19 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 |
| 28°F | Oct 22 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 20 |
| 24°F | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 4 |
| 20°F | Nov 9 | Nov 15 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 17 |
| 16°F | Nov 17 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 12 | Dec 17 | Dec 22 | Dec 27 |
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: Vandalia, Il, about 18.5 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 490 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 Greenville, IL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Greenville, IL is about Apr 10. 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 Greenville, IL typically arrives about Oct 24. 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 10 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 196 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.
Local weather for 62246 Planting calendar → Illinois frost dates →
Data source: NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals · Page updated Aug 4, 2026