Last spring frost
Jan 24
Frost Dates for Avondale, LA
First fall frost
Jan 2
Growing season
341 days
Hardiness zone
9b
In an average year around Avondale, LA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Jan 24 and the first fall frost is about Jan 2, giving roughly a 341-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Dec 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) | Mar 7 | Feb 6 | Jan 11 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Feb 23 | Jan 24 | Dec 28 |
| Hard (28°F) | Feb 8 | Jan 15 | Dec 29 |
| Severe (24°F) | Feb 10 | Jan 16 | Jan 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Mar 7 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Feb 2 | Jan 28 | Jan 22 | Jan 11 |
| 32°F | Feb 23 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 28 | Jan 24 | Jan 19 | Jan 14 | Jan 6 | Dec 28 |
| 28°F | Feb 8 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 19 | Jan 15 | Jan 11 | Jan 7 | Jan 3 | Dec 29 |
| 24°F | Feb 10 | Feb 1 | Jan 27 | Jan 22 | Jan 16 | Jan 13 | Jan 9 | Jan 5 | Jan 2 |
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) | Nov 19 | Dec 16 | Jan 15 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Dec 5 | Jan 2 | Feb 1 |
| Hard (28°F) | Dec 22 | Jan 8 | Feb 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Jan 1 | Jan 14 | Feb 10 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Nov 19 | Nov 29 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 16 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 5 | Jan 15 |
| 32°F | Dec 5 | Dec 14 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 2 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 18 | Feb 1 |
| 28°F | Dec 22 | Dec 31 | Jan 2 | Jan 5 | Jan 8 | Jan 12 | Jan 17 | Jan 24 | Feb 1 |
| 24°F | Jan 1 | Jan 3 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 14 | Jan 17 | Jan 22 | 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
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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 Avondale, LA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Avondale, LA is about Jan 24. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Dec 28.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Avondale, LA typically arrives about Jan 2. 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 Jan 24 on average, or Dec 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 341 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