Last spring frost
Mar 30
Frost Dates for Hindsville, AR
First fall frost
Nov 7
Growing season
224 days
Hardiness zone
7a
In an average year around Hindsville, AR, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 30 and the first fall frost is about Nov 7, giving roughly a 224-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 11 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 27 | Apr 10 | Mar 25 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 15 | Mar 30 | Mar 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 4 | Mar 18 | Feb 27 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 26 | Mar 7 | Feb 16 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 27 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 14 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 25 |
| 32°F | Apr 15 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 11 |
| 28°F | Apr 4 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 22 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 27 |
| 24°F | Mar 26 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 16 |
| 20°F | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 21 | Feb 17 | Feb 9 | Jan 30 |
| 16°F | Mar 10 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 | Feb 16 | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 26 | Jan 14 |
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 14 | Oct 28 | Nov 10 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 24 | Nov 7 | Nov 23 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 17 | Dec 4 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 9 | Nov 27 | Dec 18 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 14 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 |
| 32°F | Oct 24 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 23 |
| 28°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 4 |
| 24°F | Nov 9 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 10 | Dec 18 |
| 20°F | Nov 19 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 13 | Dec 18 | Dec 23 | Jan 1 |
| 16°F | Nov 29 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 17 | Dec 22 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 7 | Jan 17 |
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: Huntsville 1 Ssw, Ar, about 9.9 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 1,783 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 Hindsville, AR?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Hindsville, AR is about Mar 30. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 11.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Hindsville, AR typically arrives about Nov 7. 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 30 on average, or Mar 11 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