Last spring frost
Mar 6
Frost Dates for Frierson, LA
First fall frost
Nov 18
Growing season
256 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Frierson, LA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 6 and the first fall frost is about Nov 18, giving roughly a 256-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 15 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 10 | Mar 22 | Feb 28 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 26 | Mar 6 | Feb 15 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 15 | Feb 22 | Jan 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 3 | Feb 1 | Jan 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 10 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 | Feb 28 |
| 32°F | Mar 26 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 15 |
| 28°F | Mar 15 | Mar 7 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 17 | Feb 10 | Feb 2 | Jan 25 |
| 24°F | Mar 3 | Feb 23 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 27 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Jan 1 |
| 20°F | Feb 18 | Feb 5 | Jan 29 | Jan 23 | Jan 18 | Jan 12 | Jan 6 | Jan 1 | Dec 26 |
| 16°F | Feb 7 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 19 | Jan 14 | Jan 12 | Jan 5 | Jan 3 | Dec 24 |
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 23 | Nov 6 | Nov 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 18 | Dec 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 10 | Dec 1 | Dec 30 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 24 | Dec 20 | Jan 19 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 23 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 23 |
| 32°F | Nov 1 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 |
| 28°F | Nov 10 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 18 | Dec 30 |
| 24°F | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 20 | Dec 27 | Jan 2 | Jan 9 | Jan 19 |
| 20°F | Dec 12 | Dec 22 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 3 | Jan 8 | Jan 14 | Jan 20 | Feb 2 |
| 16°F | Dec 23 | Jan 1 | Jan 2 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 13 | Jan 19 | Jan 26 | Feb 2 |
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 Frierson, LA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Frierson, LA is about Mar 6. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 15.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Frierson, LA typically arrives about Nov 18. 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 15 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 256 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