Last spring frost
Mar 11
Frost Dates for Cut and Shoot, TX
First fall frost
Nov 19
Growing season
253 days
Hardiness zone
9a
In an average year around Cut and Shoot, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 11 and the first fall frost is about Nov 19, giving roughly a 253-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 14 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 15 | Mar 24 | Mar 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 3 | Mar 11 | Feb 14 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 18 | Feb 21 | Jan 22 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 8 | Jan 30 | Dec 28 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 15 | Apr 7 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 10 | Mar 3 |
| 32°F | Apr 3 | Mar 27 | Mar 21 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 14 |
| 28°F | Mar 18 | Mar 10 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 21 | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Jan 29 | Jan 22 |
| 24°F | Mar 8 | Feb 27 | Feb 16 | Feb 5 | Jan 30 | Jan 24 | Jan 18 | Jan 9 | Dec 28 |
| 20°F | Feb 28 | Feb 12 | Feb 1 | Jan 25 | Jan 16 | Jan 10 | Jan 5 | Jan 1 | 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 24 | Nov 8 | Nov 26 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 19 | Dec 9 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 11 | Dec 4 | Jan 8 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 30 | Jan 1 | Feb 3 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 24 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 | Nov 26 |
| 32°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 | Nov 19 | Nov 24 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 9 |
| 28°F | Nov 11 | Nov 19 | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 10 | Dec 20 | Dec 29 | Jan 8 |
| 24°F | Nov 30 | Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 4 | Jan 9 | Jan 17 | Feb 3 |
| 20°F | Dec 13 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 3 | Jan 8 | Jan 13 | Jan 20 | Feb 1 | Feb 16 |
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 Cut and Shoot, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Cut and Shoot, TX is about Mar 11. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 14.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Cut and Shoot, TX typically arrives about Nov 19. 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 11 on average, or Feb 14 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 253 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