Last spring frost
Mar 24
Frost Dates for Ponder, TX
First fall frost
Nov 7
Growing season
227 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Ponder, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 24 and the first fall frost is about Nov 7, giving roughly a 227-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 27 | Apr 8 | Mar 19 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 17 | Mar 24 | Mar 3 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 9 | Feb 18 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 16 | Feb 25 | Jan 29 |
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 13 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 19 |
| 32°F | Apr 17 | Apr 8 | Apr 4 | Mar 30 | Mar 24 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 3 |
| 28°F | Apr 3 | Mar 24 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 |
| 24°F | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Jan 29 |
| 20°F | Mar 6 | Feb 27 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 18 | Jan 5 |
| 16°F | Feb 20 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 30 | Jan 24 | Jan 18 | Jan 11 | Jan 2 | Dec 21 |
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 15 | Oct 30 | Nov 13 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 22 | Nov 7 | Nov 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 20 | Dec 7 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 12 | Dec 3 | Dec 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 15 | Oct 20 | Oct 23 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 13 |
| 32°F | Oct 22 | Oct 27 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 |
| 28°F | Nov 1 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 7 |
| 24°F | Nov 12 | Nov 20 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 18 | Dec 26 |
| 20°F | Nov 27 | Dec 3 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 20 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Jan 16 |
| 16°F | Dec 6 | Dec 14 | Dec 20 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Jan 20 | Feb 4 |
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 Ponder, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Ponder, 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 Ponder, 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 227 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