Last spring frost
Apr 1
Frost Dates for Loving, TX
First fall frost
Nov 5
Growing season
220 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Loving, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 1 and the first fall frost is about Nov 5, giving roughly a 220-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 10 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 28 | Apr 13 | Mar 25 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 20 | Apr 1 | Mar 10 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 8 | Mar 15 | Feb 25 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 23 | Mar 1 | Feb 9 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 28 | Apr 24 | Apr 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 13 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 1 | Mar 25 |
| 32°F | Apr 20 | Apr 13 | Apr 7 | Apr 3 | Apr 1 | Mar 27 | Mar 22 | Mar 16 | Mar 10 |
| 28°F | Apr 8 | Apr 1 | Mar 26 | Mar 20 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 2 | Feb 25 |
| 24°F | Mar 23 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 27 | Feb 23 | Feb 17 | Feb 9 |
| 20°F | Mar 7 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 21 | Feb 15 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 28 | Jan 15 |
| 16°F | Feb 27 | Feb 16 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 30 | Jan 24 | Jan 17 | Jan 4 | Dec 23 |
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 29 | Nov 10 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 23 | Nov 5 | Nov 20 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 14 | Dec 2 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 6 | Nov 26 | Dec 18 |
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 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 10 |
| 32°F | Oct 23 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 20 |
| 28°F | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 27 | Dec 2 |
| 24°F | Nov 6 | Nov 12 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 10 | Dec 18 |
| 20°F | Nov 16 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Dec 18 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 12 |
| 16°F | Nov 29 | Dec 7 | Dec 15 | Dec 22 | Dec 28 | Jan 3 | Jan 9 | Jan 20 | 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
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Graham, Tx, about 13.4 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 1,078 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 Loving, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Loving, TX is about Apr 1. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 10.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Loving, TX typically arrives about Nov 5. 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 Apr 1 on average, or Mar 10 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 220 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