Last spring frost
Apr 8
Frost Dates for Junction, TX
First fall frost
Oct 28
Growing season
202 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Junction, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 8 and the first fall frost is about Oct 28, giving roughly a 202-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 20 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) | May 5 | Apr 18 | Apr 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 27 | Apr 8 | Mar 20 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 15 | Mar 27 | Mar 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 2 | Mar 12 | Feb 24 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 5 | Apr 29 | Apr 25 | Apr 22 | Apr 18 | Apr 15 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 3 |
| 32°F | Apr 27 | Apr 22 | Apr 16 | Apr 11 | Apr 8 | Apr 5 | Apr 2 | Mar 28 | Mar 20 |
| 28°F | Apr 15 | Apr 8 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 23 | Mar 17 | Mar 13 | Mar 6 |
| 24°F | Apr 2 | Mar 26 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 |
| 20°F | Mar 20 | Mar 14 | Mar 9 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 21 | Feb 13 | Feb 2 |
| 16°F | Mar 11 | Mar 4 | Mar 1 | Feb 23 | Feb 16 | Feb 8 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 11 |
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 6 | Oct 20 | Nov 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 13 | Oct 28 | Nov 11 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 21 | Nov 5 | Nov 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 17 | Dec 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 6 | Oct 11 | Oct 14 | Oct 17 | Oct 20 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 30 | Nov 3 |
| 32°F | Oct 13 | Oct 18 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 11 |
| 28°F | Oct 21 | Oct 27 | Oct 31 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 23 |
| 24°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 30 | Dec 5 |
| 20°F | Nov 9 | Nov 16 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 12 | Dec 23 |
| 16°F | Nov 21 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 | Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 20 | Dec 27 | Jan 3 | Jan 15 |
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: Junction 4Ssw, Tx, about 2.1 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 1,747 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 Junction, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Junction, TX is about Apr 8. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 20.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Junction, TX typically arrives about Oct 28. 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 8 on average, or Mar 20 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 202 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