Last spring frost
Apr 14
Frost Dates for Pineville, AR
First fall frost
Oct 28
Growing season
196 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around Pineville, AR, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 14 and the first fall frost is about Oct 28, giving roughly a 196-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 30 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 7 | Apr 25 | Apr 11 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 29 | Apr 14 | Mar 30 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 17 | Apr 1 | Mar 15 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 7 | Mar 20 | Mar 3 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 7 | May 3 | Apr 30 | Apr 28 | Apr 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 19 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 |
| 32°F | Apr 29 | Apr 24 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Mar 30 |
| 28°F | Apr 17 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 15 |
| 24°F | Apr 7 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 |
| 20°F | Mar 27 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 |
| 16°F | Mar 16 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 |
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 2 | Oct 17 | Oct 28 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 12 | Oct 28 | Nov 8 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 24 | Nov 5 | Nov 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 2 | Nov 16 | Dec 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 2 | Oct 6 | Oct 11 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 |
| 32°F | Oct 12 | Oct 18 | Oct 21 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 |
| 28°F | Oct 24 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 23 |
| 24°F | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 5 |
| 20°F | Nov 10 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 12 | Dec 21 |
| 16°F | Nov 22 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 20 | Dec 24 | Dec 30 | Jan 7 |
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: Calico Rock 2 Wsw, Ar, about 8.8 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 350 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 Pineville, AR?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Pineville, AR is about Apr 14. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 30.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Pineville, AR typically arrives about Oct 28. 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 14 on average, or Mar 30 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.
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Data source: NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals · Page updated Aug 4, 2026