Last spring frost
Mar 24
Frost Dates for Mount Pleasant, TX
First fall frost
Nov 7
Growing season
230 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Mount Pleasant, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 24 and the first fall frost is about Nov 7, giving roughly a 230-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 3 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 7 | Mar 16 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 13 | Mar 24 | Mar 3 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 31 | Mar 8 | Feb 17 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 15 | Feb 24 | Jan 23 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 24 | Apr 19 | Apr 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 23 | Mar 16 |
| 32°F | Apr 13 | Apr 7 | Apr 1 | Mar 30 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 3 |
| 28°F | Mar 31 | Mar 23 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 17 |
| 24°F | Mar 15 | Mar 8 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 2 | Jan 23 |
| 20°F | Mar 5 | Feb 26 | Feb 16 | Feb 10 | Feb 3 | Jan 29 | Jan 19 | Jan 11 | Dec 31 |
| 16°F | Feb 19 | Feb 7 | Feb 1 | Jan 24 | Jan 18 | Jan 11 | Jan 6 | Dec 30 | Dec 19 |
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 17 | Oct 30 | Nov 14 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 25 | Nov 7 | Nov 29 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 2 | Nov 19 | Dec 12 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 11 | Dec 3 | Jan 2 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 17 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 14 |
| 32°F | Oct 25 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 29 |
| 28°F | Nov 2 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 16 | Nov 19 | Nov 24 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 12 |
| 24°F | Nov 11 | Nov 17 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 15 | Dec 23 | Jan 2 |
| 20°F | Nov 23 | Dec 1 | Dec 8 | Dec 15 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 13 | Jan 30 |
| 16°F | Dec 6 | Dec 14 | Dec 23 | Dec 31 | Jan 4 | Jan 9 | Jan 14 | Jan 26 | Feb 5 |
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
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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 Mount Pleasant, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Mount Pleasant, TX is about Mar 24. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 3.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Mount Pleasant, TX 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 24 on average, or Mar 3 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 230 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