Last spring frost
Mar 12
Frost Dates for Gustine, TX
First fall frost
Nov 18
Growing season
249 days
Hardiness zone
8b
In an average year around Gustine, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 12 and the first fall frost is about Nov 18, giving roughly a 249-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 23 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 17 | Mar 31 | Mar 8 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 12 | Feb 23 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 21 | Mar 1 | Feb 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 10 | Feb 13 | Jan 16 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 17 | Apr 10 | Apr 5 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 15 | Mar 8 |
| 32°F | Apr 3 | Mar 29 | Mar 23 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 |
| 28°F | Mar 21 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Mar 1 | Feb 25 | Feb 20 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 |
| 24°F | Mar 10 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 13 | Feb 8 | Feb 1 | Jan 27 | Jan 16 |
| 20°F | Feb 28 | Feb 18 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 28 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Jan 6 | Dec 28 |
| 16°F | Feb 22 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 27 | Jan 18 | Jan 12 | Jan 5 | Dec 30 | Dec 18 |
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 22 | Nov 7 | Nov 24 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 18 | Dec 5 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 11 | Dec 2 | Dec 26 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 26 | Dec 22 | Jan 17 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 22 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 24 |
| 32°F | Nov 1 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 |
| 28°F | Nov 11 | Nov 18 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 17 | Dec 26 |
| 24°F | Nov 26 | Dec 3 | Dec 9 | Dec 15 | Dec 22 | Dec 28 | Jan 2 | Jan 8 | Jan 17 |
| 20°F | Dec 10 | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Dec 31 | Jan 4 | Jan 10 | Jan 17 | Jan 28 | Feb 6 |
| 16°F | Dec 15 | Dec 23 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 11 | Jan 17 | Jan 25 | Feb 2 | Feb 12 |
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 Gustine, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Gustine, TX is about Mar 12. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 23.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Gustine, TX typically arrives about Nov 18. 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 23 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