Last spring frost
Feb 28
Frost Dates for Mangham, LA
First fall frost
Nov 26
Growing season
271 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Mangham, LA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Feb 28 and the first fall frost is about Nov 26, giving roughly a 271-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Jan 31 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 2 | Mar 14 | Feb 24 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 19 | Feb 28 | Jan 31 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 8 | Feb 9 | Jan 10 |
| Severe (24°F) | Feb 27 | Jan 25 | Dec 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 2 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 |
| 32°F | Mar 19 | Mar 13 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 12 | Jan 31 |
| 28°F | Mar 8 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 29 | Jan 20 | Jan 10 |
| 24°F | Feb 27 | Feb 12 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 25 | Jan 19 | Jan 13 | Jan 6 | Dec 26 |
| 20°F | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 26 | Jan 21 | Jan 15 | Jan 11 | Jan 6 | Dec 31 | Dec 21 |
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 30 | Nov 12 | Dec 1 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 7 | Nov 26 | Dec 20 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 19 | Dec 11 | Jan 14 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 4 | Jan 1 | Feb 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 |
| 32°F | Nov 7 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 20 |
| 28°F | Nov 19 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 11 | Dec 20 | Dec 28 | Jan 3 | Jan 14 |
| 24°F | Dec 4 | Dec 13 | Dec 21 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 10 | Jan 18 | Feb 1 |
| 20°F | Dec 13 | Dec 24 | Dec 30 | Jan 2 | Jan 6 | Jan 11 | Jan 16 | Jan 21 | Feb 1 |
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: Rayville, La, about 12 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 89 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 Mangham, LA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Mangham, LA is about Feb 28. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Jan 31.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Mangham, LA typically arrives about Nov 26. 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 Feb 28 on average, or Jan 31 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 271 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