Last spring frost
Mar 12
Frost Dates for Fort Worth, TX
First fall frost
Nov 17
Growing season
249 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Fort Worth, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 12 and the first fall frost is about Nov 17, giving roughly a 249-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 21 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 18 | Mar 27 | Mar 6 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 12 | Feb 21 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 19 | Feb 28 | Feb 1 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 8 | Feb 11 | Jan 8 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 18 | Apr 9 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 17 | Mar 12 | Mar 6 |
| 32°F | Apr 3 | Mar 27 | Mar 21 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 9 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 |
| 28°F | Mar 19 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 11 | Feb 1 |
| 24°F | Mar 8 | Mar 2 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 11 | Feb 4 | Jan 29 | Jan 21 | Jan 8 |
| 20°F | Feb 28 | Feb 16 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 17 | Jan 8 | Dec 31 | Dec 20 |
| 16°F | Feb 11 | Feb 2 | Jan 26 | Jan 19 | Jan 11 | Jan 4 | Dec 31 | Dec 22 | Dec 16 |
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 21 | Nov 6 | Nov 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 17 | Dec 5 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 10 | Dec 1 | Dec 24 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 25 | Dec 17 | Jan 19 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 21 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 18 | Nov 23 |
| 32°F | Oct 31 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 5 |
| 28°F | Nov 10 | Nov 16 | Nov 22 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 15 | Dec 24 |
| 24°F | Nov 25 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 17 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 6 | Jan 19 |
| 20°F | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 18 | Dec 23 | Dec 29 | Jan 3 | Jan 11 | Jan 20 | Feb 2 |
| 16°F | Dec 12 | Dec 18 | Dec 22 | Dec 28 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 16 | Jan 24 | Feb 2 |
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 Fort Worth, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Fort Worth, TX is about Mar 12. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 21.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Fort Worth, TX typically arrives about Nov 17. 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 12 on average, or Feb 21 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 249 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