Last spring frost
Mar 23
Frost Dates for Fanshawe, OK
First fall frost
Nov 5
Growing season
228 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around Fanshawe, OK, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 23 and the first fall frost is about Nov 5, giving roughly a 228-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 2 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 24 | Apr 5 | Mar 16 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 10 | Mar 23 | Mar 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 30 | Mar 9 | Feb 18 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 16 | Feb 27 | Jan 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 24 | Apr 18 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 23 | Mar 16 |
| 32°F | Apr 10 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 2 |
| 28°F | Mar 30 | Mar 23 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 |
| 24°F | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 27 | Feb 23 | Feb 18 | Feb 11 | Jan 31 |
| 20°F | Mar 7 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 12 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 13 |
| 16°F | Mar 2 | Feb 20 | Feb 11 | Feb 3 | Jan 30 | Jan 23 | Jan 16 | Jan 7 | Dec 30 |
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 12 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 21 | Nov 5 | Nov 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 29 | Nov 16 | Dec 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 5 | Nov 30 | Dec 25 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 14 | Oct 19 | Oct 23 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 12 |
| 32°F | Oct 21 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 | Nov 26 |
| 28°F | Oct 29 | Nov 3 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 |
| 24°F | Nov 5 | Nov 13 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 8 | Dec 15 | Dec 25 |
| 20°F | Nov 23 | Nov 30 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 18 | Dec 23 | Dec 29 | Jan 4 | Jan 12 |
| 16°F | Dec 4 | Dec 12 | Dec 19 | Dec 25 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 10 | Jan 15 | Jan 31 |
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: Mc Curtain 1 Se, Ok, about 11.4 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 655 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 Fanshawe, OK?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Fanshawe, OK is about Mar 23. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 2.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Fanshawe, OK 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 23 on average, or Mar 2 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 228 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