Last spring frost
Mar 29
Frost Dates for Stephenville, TX
First fall frost
Nov 8
Growing season
226 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Stephenville, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 29 and the first fall frost is about Nov 8, giving roughly a 226-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 9 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 25 | Apr 9 | Mar 23 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 18 | Mar 29 | Mar 9 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 2 | Mar 15 | Feb 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 22 | Mar 2 | Feb 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 25 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 9 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 31 | Mar 23 |
| 32°F | Apr 18 | Apr 9 | Apr 4 | Apr 1 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 21 | Mar 16 | Mar 9 |
| 28°F | Apr 2 | Mar 28 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 25 |
| 24°F | Mar 22 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 | Feb 5 |
| 20°F | Mar 10 | Mar 4 | Feb 26 | Feb 19 | Feb 12 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 11 |
| 16°F | Mar 1 | Feb 15 | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 26 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Jan 3 | 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 16 | Oct 30 | Nov 12 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 23 | Nov 8 | Nov 25 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 17 | Dec 5 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 30 | Dec 22 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 16 | Oct 21 | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 |
| 32°F | Oct 23 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 | Nov 25 |
| 28°F | Nov 1 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Nov 30 | Dec 5 |
| 24°F | Nov 8 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 13 | Dec 22 |
| 20°F | Nov 19 | Nov 27 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 13 | Dec 20 | Dec 27 | Jan 3 | Jan 15 |
| 16°F | Nov 30 | Dec 9 | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Dec 31 | Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Jan 21 | Feb 1 |
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: Stephenville, Tx, about 3.2 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 1,290 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 Stephenville, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Stephenville, TX is about Mar 29. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 9.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Stephenville, TX typically arrives about Nov 8. 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 29 on average, or Mar 9 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 226 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