Last spring frost
Mar 28
Frost Dates for Eros, LA
First fall frost
Nov 5
Growing season
224 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Eros, LA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 28 and the first fall frost is about Nov 5, giving roughly a 224-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 4 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 26 | Apr 8 | Mar 21 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 14 | Mar 28 | Mar 4 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 10 | Feb 17 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 16 | Feb 23 | Jan 25 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 26 | Apr 20 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 21 |
| 32°F | Apr 14 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 4 |
| 28°F | Apr 1 | Mar 27 | Mar 21 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 17 |
| 24°F | Mar 16 | Mar 9 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 17 | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 25 |
| 20°F | Mar 7 | Feb 26 | Feb 17 | Feb 8 | Feb 2 | Jan 29 | Jan 22 | Jan 11 | Dec 31 |
| 16°F | Feb 24 | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 28 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Jan 7 | Jan 1 | 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 13 | Oct 26 | Nov 8 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 24 | Nov 5 | Nov 23 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 18 | Dec 5 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 9 | Dec 1 | Jan 1 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 13 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 26 | Oct 29 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 8 |
| 32°F | Oct 24 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 16 | Nov 23 |
| 28°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 |
| 24°F | Nov 9 | Nov 17 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 18 | Jan 1 |
| 20°F | Nov 26 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 | Dec 13 | Dec 22 | Dec 29 | Jan 2 | Jan 9 | Jan 20 |
| 16°F | Dec 6 | Dec 17 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 3 | Jan 7 | Jan 13 | Jan 21 | Feb 4 |
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: Calhoun Rsch Stn, La, about 10.5 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 120 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 Eros, LA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Eros, LA is about Mar 28. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 4.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Eros, LA typically arrives about Nov 5. 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 28 on average, or Mar 4 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 224 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