Last spring frost
Mar 20
Frost Dates for Fruitvale, TX
First fall frost
Nov 12
Growing season
238 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Fruitvale, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 20 and the first fall frost is about Nov 12, giving roughly a 238-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 27 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 22 | Apr 3 | Mar 15 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 8 | Mar 20 | Feb 27 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 28 | Mar 6 | Feb 16 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 13 | Feb 22 | Jan 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 22 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 28 | Mar 22 | Mar 15 |
| 32°F | Apr 8 | Apr 3 | Mar 30 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 5 | Feb 27 |
| 28°F | Mar 28 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 |
| 24°F | Mar 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 26 |
| 20°F | Mar 4 | Feb 26 | Feb 18 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 30 | Jan 23 | Jan 15 | Jan 2 |
| 16°F | Feb 22 | Feb 12 | Feb 4 | Jan 28 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Jan 6 | Dec 31 | Dec 20 |
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 18 | Nov 1 | Nov 18 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 28 | Nov 12 | Dec 1 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 5 | Nov 26 | Dec 12 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 16 | Dec 7 | Jan 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 18 | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 18 |
| 32°F | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 |
| 28°F | Nov 5 | Nov 11 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 |
| 24°F | Nov 16 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 12 | Dec 19 | Dec 23 | Jan 2 |
| 20°F | Nov 30 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 20 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 |
| 16°F | Dec 11 | Dec 17 | Dec 25 | Dec 31 | Jan 3 | Jan 10 | Jan 18 | Jan 28 | Feb 9 |
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: Emory, Tx, about 11.9 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 484 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 Fruitvale, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Fruitvale, TX is about Mar 20. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 27.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Fruitvale, TX typically arrives about Nov 12. 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 20 on average, or Feb 27 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 238 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